Here Are Over 70 Healthy Snack Ideas for When You Really Need One (Like, Always?)

Of course it should be satisfying and tasty, but a really good snack should also be quick and easy to pull together. Or one that you can grab straight from the cabinet when you need a quick energy boost. Because no matter how you choose to define what’s healthy, there’s an ever-growing selection of healthy snacks at the supermarket that fit the bill.

Seeking some fresh snacking inspiration? You’ve come to the right place! We pulled together more than 70 of our favorite healthy snacks recipes, along with the top snacks we’ve been tossing in our grocery cart. Whether you’re following a plant-based diet, prefer to keep things keto-friendly, are eliminating gluten or dairy, or even doing a round of Whole30, there’s something here for everyone.

These plant-based crackers may look like Cheez-Its, but don’t be fooled — they’re made with butternut squash!

These cauliflower puffs taste exactly like cheese doodles, and if you don’t believe us you’re going to have to trust us — because they REALLY do.

If you’re not ready to fully embrace the cauliflower puffs, start with Hippeas. They’re made with chickpea flower and “vegan white cheddar.”

Dare we say that these perfectly salted root vegetable chips are even crispier and crunchier than potato chips?

Aside from their ingenious name, we love Peatos because they’re made from pea and lentil flour yet still have the same familiar taste and texture of Cheetos.

Don’t have time to assemble a full-on cheese board? Settle for a midday, pre-portioned Sargento Balanced Breaks instead.

Normalize snacking on olives! They’re briny, delicious, full of healthy fats, and the perfect afternoon snack.

Cheese-lovers, prepare to be amazed. These crunchy “chips” are made entirely of cheese and baked to perfection.

Pork rinds contain zero carbohydrates, which means they’re keto-approved.

Good Culture cottage cheese cups are keto-certified, high in protein, and the best combination of salty and creamy.

If you’re trying out Whole30, look for coconut chips with zero added sugar.

It’s easy to eat a whole can or bag of almonds, but these pre-portioned packs are the way to go if you’re looking for a quick snack break.

All of the deliciousness of guacamole with absolutely none of the work makes these #snackgoals.

An entire pouch of these spicy snacking pickles is just 15 calories!

Angie’s Boomchickapop White Cheddar Popcorn is made with whole grains, recognizable ingredients, and is only 60 calories per cup.

These crispy pea-shaped snacks are actually made with real peas. You’ll never need another veggie straw again.

Hear us out: Egg White Curls are REVOLUTIONARY. Made with cassava flour and dried egg whites, they’re a high-protein, doodle-shaped delight.

RXBARs are the perfect no-brainer protein boost. Unsure of whether you’ll like them or not? All the ingredients are listed right on the front of the label.

Not only are we obsessed with these snack-able hardboiled eggs and seasoning pouches, but we’re also obsessed with the packaging.

It’s pretty startling how much sugar is hiding out in most yogurts on the shelf. But Siggi’s No-Added sugar line only contains 5 grams total (without sacrificing taste).

As any parent will attest, the ease of these squeezable applesauce pouches is absolutely unparalelled.

Unlike lots of other honey-roasted snacks, these lightly sweetened, crisped chickpeas don’t skew too sweet.

Every single snack in the Barnana line is gluten-free. Our favorites are the organic ridged Himalayan pink sea salt plantain chips.

Yes, it’s easy enough to bake up some shatteringly crispy kale chips, but why not make it even easier by buying a bag that’s ready to go?

Simple Mills has an excellent selection of gluten-free offerings. These Rosemary & Sea Salt Crackers, made with almond flour, flax seeds, and sunflower seeds, are just one example.

These flaxseed crackers pack quite the nutritional punch — plus they’re sturdy enough to stand up to any dip.

Of all the dairy-free yogurts we’ve tried, we can’t say enough good things about Siggi’s Plant-Based Coconut Blend. First-timers should try the raspberry flavor.

Being dairy-free doesn’t mean you have to give up the simple pleasures of cheese sticks. Thankfully, Daiya makes a pretty darn good plant-based replacement.

Yes, there’s such a thing as dairy-free ranch dip. Kite Hill’s version is made with almond milk and it comes highly rated by vegans.