Healthy Snacks for College Students

Blueberry Smoothies

Blueberries are one of my favorite flavors ever! The best part is that they are one of the healthiest fruits with a high amount of antioxidants. I found a great recipe that I use almost every morning:

2 cups coconut water (I usually use filtered water)
2 cups frozen blueberry
1 frozen banana
½ cup Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon flax seeds (I use the Great Value Ground Flax Seeds)

The flax seeds I use are ground so they don’t add a seedy texture to the smoothie but still adds extra fiber and proteins. This smoothie is super quick and easy to blend up. I do like that it is a little sweeter but, it is still healthy!

Hard-Boiled Eggs

I think hard-boiled eggs are great because there are so many ways you can eat them. I usually just cut them in half and enjoy them with a pinch of salt, but you can also make deviled eggs, egg salad, and sometimes I crumble them to put on top of my salads. It is a snack that you can do many things with. Boiled eggs are full of protein and are probably one of the easiest recipes! Here is the quick process I use to make hard-boiled eggs:

1. Add eggs to a pot of water
2. Bring water to a boil
3. Once water is boiling, set a timer for 12-14 minutes *The less time, the softer your yolks will be. I prefer my yolks hard so, I use the whole 14 minutes
4. Let eggs sit in the fridge before peeling

Yogurt Parfait

This is a quick fix that can those sweet and fruity flavors. Just start with vanilla Greek yogurt and add your favorite toppings. Some options for toppings can be different fruits, nuts, and granola. The thing I like most about parfaits is that they are hard to get sick of eating because you can keep on changing it up!

Puffed Rice Cakes

Puffed rice cakes and like and airy but are whole grain and high in fibers. I use the Quaker brand rice cakes that come in many different flavors like Lightly Salted, Caramel, Chocolate, and Apples and Cinnamon. Sometimes I eat these plain but, I spruce them up by adding peanut butter and topping it with chocolate chips or bananas.

Carrots

I think this is the best snack because you don’t have to prepare it. Just open up a bag and enjoy! I like the baby carrots more because they taste a little sweeter to me, but they are still a great source of fiber, vitamins, and potassium. Carrots are the best plain, but you also have the option of dipping them in ranch or hummus. 

Frozen Banana Slices

These banana slices are like popsicles and best served in the hot summertime. These frozen treats are still a good source of fiber and energy, even if they are frozen. Plain frozen bananas can be a little boring. To add some more flavors, you can dip half the slice in chocolate or peanut butter before popping them in the freezer. 

Peanut Butter Roll-Ups

These roll-ups don’t take too long to prepare and are a great finger food for when you’re on the go. Spread a tortilla shell with peanut butter and add toppings such as apples, bananas, or chocolate chips. The bananas are my personal favorite! If you’re not a fan of peanut butter, you can also try Nutella and strawberries. PRO TIP: use a whole grain shell to add extra fiber!

What recipe do you plan to try next? Whichever one you choose will be a great, healthy snack.

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