17 Healthy Store-Bought Snacks That Nutritionists Love (2024)

Yes, it's easy to grab a banana before going to work,but would you want to eat it once it starts to turn brown? Make snacking way easier by opening a bag of dried fruit."Dried fruit is an excellent source of fiber and you can pair it with a couple of almonds to add some protein into your snack," Stark says.

"I recently discovered these and I snack on them all the time," Stark says about the Made In Nature Figgy Pops. Not only are they a great source of fiber, but you can choose from a variety of flavors like tart cherry and mango.

If you prefer a crunchy snack, check outThe Good Bean Crunchy Chickpeas, a source of plant-based protein and fiber. Keep a bag at your desk to combat those 3pm munchies.

If you prefer to control your portions and not be tempted to eat the whole bag of chickpeas, these individually-packedBiena Chickpea Snacks are the way to go.

With a boatload of sugar and calories, many proteinbars can easily cross over into candy territory. That's why Stark lovesRXBARs. They aremade with a variety of nuts and fruits and contain no added sugar.

Almonds are a go-to snack fornutritionists, says Stark. To keep calories in check, grab an individually portioned bag like these from Blue Diamond.

You can get your pumpkin fix even before the fall season. These pumpkin seeds come in a variety of flavors and are a great source of fiber and plant-based protein. Stark suggests eating them on their own or adding them to yogurt or salads.

This gluten-free vegan snack is another great one and has "reasonable sodium levels," according to Stark. You can grab a handful of these and stick them in a bag before getting on with your day. You can also add them to a salad for some extra crunch.

This snack mix, which contains almonds, cashews, edamame, pepitas, and peanuts, will help you stay satisfied between meals.

Loaded with fiber and potassium, avocados are an A+ snack, and thisSabra guacamole bowl makes it easy to eat them on the go. Spread the guac on crakers or toast for a simply, nutritious snack or
breakfast.

Surprise! Beef jerky can be a nutritious, satisfying snack. Stark lovesLarissa's Kitchen jerky whichare made with grass-fed beef and have 10 gramsof protein.

These packets of almond butter are the perfect size to stow in your desk or purse. Stark likes to likes to pair almond butter with a banana or apple.

Step away from the microwave. This pre-popped popcorn from Skinny Pop islow in salt,gluten-free, contains less sodium, and is a good source of whole grains.

Packed with protein and calcium, string cheese will satisfy your cravings for a snack and keep you fuller longer than a snack from the vending machine.

Siggi's contains 14 grams of protein and 9 gramsof sugar, making it a healthy snack. Plus, one delicious container is only 100 calories.

Stark describesSkinny Dipped Almonds as one of her favorite go-tosnacks. They'rethe perfect alternative for someone who has a sweet tooth and tends to gravitate towards M&Ms.

If yogurt is too tangy for you, check outcottage cheese. Muuna has individually packed portions of cottage cheese in a variety of flavors that you can spread over whole wheat crackers.