Healthy Snack Options & Recipes

MT. PLEASANT, Mich.,–– It can be tough to always eat healthy, especially when you're just looking for a snack between meals. Quick snacking options like power bars or other such items are usually quite unhealthy. There are alternatives though, that are healthy and nutrient-rich choices for snack time whether you just need to grab something and go or have a little time to prepare a recipe. Read on to discover healthy snack options and recipes that will help keep you fit and leave you satisfied!

Fruit Options:

• Apples
• Apricots 
• Blackberries
• Blueberries
• Cantaloupe
• Cherries
• Clementines
• Strawberries
• Grapefruit
• Honeydew
• Kiwi
• Mango
• Oranges
• Papaya
• Peaches 
• Pears
• Pineapples 
• Plums 
• Pomegranate 
• Raspberries 
• Watermelon

Vegetable Options:

• Avocado
• Bell Peppers
• Broccoli 
• Carrots 
• Cauliflower
• Celery 
• Grape Tomatoes 
• Green Beans
• Olives 
• Radishes 
• Snap Peas

Protein & Nuts:

• Almonds (or Almond Butter)
• Cashews
• Chickpeas
• Dates
• Hard Boiled Eggs
• Peanuts 
• Pecans
• Sunflower Seeds
• Walnuts

Recipes:

Avocado Hummus
A savory blend of two individually delicious dips for a great serving of protein and healthy fats.

Bell Pepper Oven Fries
Addictively crispy, you'll love these snacks, especially if you have a hankering for fried food.

Apple Chips
Find a new way to snack on delicious apples, in a crispier form.

Monster Trail Mix Bites
There's a little bit of everything in these delicious treats, perfect for snacking on the go!

Sweet Potato Chips
Sweet potatoes are some of our favorite foods right now, and slicing them thin enough to be baked into chips is an amazing choice.

Zucchini Cheesy Bread
This recipe is a terrific excuse to bite into something that tastes like a guilty pleasure but is actually fairly healthy.

Cowboy Caviar
Looking for a healthier dip to bring to a party, or just to snack on at home, dive into this flavor-filled dip!

Bang Bang Broccoli
Try broccoli with a little extra kick! It will make you love this green veggie!

Chicken Avocado Wrap
A pinwheel sandwich with a variety of nutritious ingredients like bell peppers, onions, avocado, guac for a well-rounded snack.

Banana Ice Cream
If you're looking for a dessert to indulge with, try banana ice cream! It has the consistency and delicious flavor of the real deal and is super simple to make.

We hope you enjoy these healthy snack options and recipes! A well-balanced diet is very important to your overall health, and we highly recommend incorporating these snacks into your eating habits. Additionally, this time of year its also very important to be taking care of your vehicle! Winter takes quite the toll on your sedan, truck, or SUV and completing your Spring Car Care maintenance routine at Graff Chevrolet Mt. Pleasant Service Center will get it back in top working condition. Schedule a service appointment online today!

Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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