Author and wellness expert David Zinczenko is sharing the top 50 healthy foods and snacks from Eat This, Not That! to help you make the best food choices when you have to eat in a hurry.
When we're on the go, we often don't make the healthiest food choices; after all, the most convenient foods tend to be the worst for us. However, it is possible to grab staples for your pantry and fridge that will keep you satisfied and on-track with your healthy eating plan. Just use this list!
With the options below, you'll never need to stop at the vending machine or second-guess yourself at the grocery store. Low in empty calories and packed with satiating nutrients, they're the 50 most recommended foods from the editors of Eat This, Not That! Eating better is simply a matter of making a healthier choice.
1. Skinny Dipped Variety Pack, $26 for a pack of 4, Amazon
Per 1.2-ounce serving: 180 calories, 15 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 100 mg sodium, 10 g carbs (5 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 7 g protein
2. Oloves Basil & Garlic, $12 for a pack of 10, Amazon
Per pouch: 50 calories, 5.5 g fat (0.8 g saturated fat), 0.3 g sodium, 0.3 g carbs (0.6 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 0.4 g protein
3. Sargento Balanced Breaks Natural White Cheddar Cheese with Almonds and Dried Cranberries, $3, Jet
Per tray: 180 calories, 11 g fat (4.5 g saturated fat), 180 mg sodium, 14 g carbs (2 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 7 g protein
4. Frontera Chicken Fajita Bowl, $4, Walmart
Per bowl: 260 calories, 2.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 700 mg sodium, 36 g carbs (8 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 22 g protein
5. Modern Table Lentil Rotini, $25 for a pack of 6-pack, Amazon
Per 2/3 dry cup: 200 calories, 0 g fat, 0 mg sodium, 37 g carbs (3 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 11 g protein
6. EPIC Lamb Currant-Mint Bar, $29 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per bar: 130 calories, 6 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 290 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (1 g fiber, 10 g sugar), 8 g protein
7. Spindrift Strawberry Sparkling Water, $30 for a pack of 24, Amazon
Per 12-ounce can: 9 calories, 0 g fat, 0 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 0 g protein
8. gimMe Sriracha Almond Seaweed Thins, $37 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per package: 100 calories, 7 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 130 mg sodium, 7 g carbs (6 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 6 g protein
9. Larabar Bites Mint Chocolate Truffle, $38 for a pack of 6, Amazon
Per 4 bites: 130 calories, 6 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (3 g fiber, 13 g sugar), 2 g protein
10. Epic Chicken Sriracha Bar, $26 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per 1.5-ounce bar: 100 calories, 4 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 400 mg sodium, 1 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 15 g protein
11. Zupa Noma Cucumber Avocado Soup, $5, Amazon Fresh
Per bottle: 110 calories, 4.5 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 200 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (4 g fiber, 7 g sugar), 3 g protein
12. Nutiva Organic Hemp Protein Powder, $11, Amazon
Per 3 tablespoons: 90 calories, 3 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 9 g carbs (8 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 15 g protein
13. Blue Diamond Almonds Low-Sodium Lightly Salted, $9 for a 25-ounce bag, Amazon
Per ounce (about 28 nuts): 170 calories, 16 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 40 mg sodium, 5 g carbs (3 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 6 g protein
14. Alter Eco Seeds & Salt Dark Chocolate Coconut Clusters, $4, Thrive Market
Per 1/4 cup: 160 calories, 13 g fat (10 g saturated fat), 150 mg sodium, 9 g carbs (3 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 2 g protein
15. Barnana Himalayan Pink Sea Salt Organic Plantain Chips, $5, Amazon
Per ounce: 140 calories, 6 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 135 mg sodium, 20 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 1 g protein
16. KIND Double Dark Chocolate Nut Protein Bar, $28 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per bar: 250 calories, 17 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 125 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (5 g fiber, 8 g sugar) 12 g protein
17. Purely Elizabeth Maple + Almond Butter Granola, $7, Purely Elizabeth
Per 1/3 cup: 140 calories, 6 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 125 mg sodium, 19 g carbs (3 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 4 g protein
18. KIND Fruit Bites Mango Pineapple Apple, $36 for a pack of 40, Kind Snacks
Per pouch: 60 calories, 0 g fat, 0 g sodium, 14 g carbs (2 g fiber, 11 g sugar), 0 g protein
19. Maranatha Organic No-Stir Creamy Peanut Butter, $6, Jet
Per 2 tablespoons: 200 calories, 17 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 65 mg sodium, 5 g carbs (2 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 8 g protein
20. Dave's Killer Bread Thin-Sliced Organic 21 Whole Grains and Seeds, $8, Jet
Per 2 slices (56 g): 120 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 200 mg sodium, 24 g carbs (6 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 6 g protein
21. Chef's Cut Real Jerky Pepperoni Turkey Stick, $30 for a pack of 16, Chef's Cut Real Jerky Co.
Per 1-ounce stick: 60 calories, 2 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 420 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (0 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 9 g protein
22. Peeled Snacks Chili Mango, $5, Peeled Snacks
Per 1/2 cup: 130 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 29 g carbs (2 g fiber, 21 g sugar), 2 g protein
23. Munk Pack Oatmeal Raisin Spice Protein Cookies, $3, Amazon
Per 1/2 cookie: 160 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 80 mg sodium, 18 g carbs (3 g fiber, 8 g sugar), 9 g protein
24. Annie's Organic Cheddar Squares, $10, Amazon
Per 27 crackers: 150 calories, 7 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 250 mg sodium, 19 g carbs (1 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 3 g protein
25. Vea Snacks Andean Quinoa and Spices, $4, Amazon Fresh
Per 18 pieces: 130 calories, 4 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 180 mg sodium, 23 g carbs (2 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 2 g protein
26. I Heart Keenwah Dark Chocolate Himalayan Pink Salt Chocolate Puffs, $21 for a pack of 6, Walmart
Per ounce: 140 calories, 8 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 125 mg sodium, 16 g carbs (2 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 3 g protein
27. LÄRABAR Maple Cinnamon Nut & Seed Bars, $17, Amazon
Per bar: 200 calories, 16 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 50 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (4 g fiber, 6 g sugar), 5 g protein
28. Bumble Bee Sensations Lemon & Pepper Seasoned Tuna with Crackers, $20 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per pack (with crackers): 160 calories, 3 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 385 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (1 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 19 g protein
29. GT's Organic Gingerade Kombucha, $5, Jet
Per 8 fluid ounces: 30 calories, 0 g fat, 10 mg sodium, 7 g carbs (0 g fiber, 2 g sugar), 0 g protein
30. That's It Apple and Blueberry Fruit Bars, $13, Amazon
Per bar: 100 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 25 mg sodium, 26 g carbs (4 g fiber, 19 g sugar), 1 g protein
31. Rhythm Kool Ranch Kale Chips, $19, Amazon
Per 1/2 package: 140 calories, 7 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 220 mg sodium, 13 g carbs (4 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 6 g protein
32. Mission Meats Graze Sticks, $20 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per stick: 80 calories, 6 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat), 320 mg sodium, 1 g carbs (0 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 7 g protein
33. Crazy Richards Pure PB Peanut Powder, $20, Amazon
Per 2 tablespoons: 50 calories, 1.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 0 g sodium, 3 g carbs (2 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 6 g protein
34. Smucker's Natural Creamy Peanut Butter, $3, Target
Per 2 tablespoons: 180 calories, 16 g fat (2 g saturated), 115 mg sodium, 5 g carbs (3 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 8 g protein
35. RXBAR Chocolate Sea Salt, $24 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per bar: 210 calories, 9 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 270 mg sodium, 24 g carbs (6 g fiber, 15 g sugar), 12 g protein
36. Blue Moose of Boulder Roasted Red Pepper On-the-Go Hummus, $3, Amazon Fresh
Per 5.25 ounces: 200 calories, 14 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 300 mg sodium, 20 g carbs (4 g fiber, 4 g sugar), 8 g protein
37. Beanitos Black Bean Chips, $19 for a pack of 6, Amazon
Per ounce: 130 calories, 7 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 105 mg sodium, 15 g carbs (4 g fiber, 0 g sugar), 4 g protein
38. HIPPEAS Sriracha Sunshine Organic Chickpea Puffs, $36 for a pack of 24, Amazon
Per 1-ounce bag: 130 calories, 5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 750 mg sodium, 18 g carbs (2 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 4 g protein
39. Health Warrior Mint Chocolate Superfood Protein Bars, $18 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per bar: 190 calories, 8 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat), 160 mg sodium, 25 g carbs (7 g fiber, 9 g sugar), 11 g protein
40. Pure Organic Wildberry Apple Fruit &Veggie Strips, $35 for a pack of 24, Amazon
Per strip: 50 calories, 0 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 20 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (1 g fiber, 7 g sugar), 0 g protein
41. Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP Light Kettle Corn, $4, Jet
Per 3¼ cups: 120 calories, 4 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 110 mg sodium, 21 g carbs (3 g fiber, 5 g sugar), 2 g protein
42. Vega One All-in-One French Vanilla Nutritional Shake, $58, Amazon
Per scoop: 160 calories, 6 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 30 mg sodium, 10 g carbs (6 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 20 g protein
43. Good Health Eat Your Vegetables Sour Cream & Onion Chips, $34, Walmart
Per ounce (14 chips): 130 calories, 7 g fat (0.5 g saturated fat), 135 mg sodium, 17 g carbs (1 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 2 g protein
44. Rao's Homemade Marinara Sauce, $9, Amazon Fresh
Per 1/2 cup: 80 calories, 7 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 340 mg sodium, 4 g carbs (1 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 1 g protein
45. Soul Sprout Cayenne Cacao Almond Butter Sprouted Truffles, $18 for a pack of 6, Amazon
Per 2 truffles: 140 calories, 9 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 55 mg sodium, 12 g carbs (3 g fiber, 7 g sugar), 4 g protein
46. Purely Elizabeth Cranberry Pumpkin Seed Superfood Oatmeal Cup, $33 for a pack of 12, Amazon
Per cup: 230 calories, 6 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 0 mg sodium, 36 g carbs (7 g fiber, 3 g sugar), 10 g protein
47. Justin's Classic Almond Butter, $12, Amazon Fresh
Per 2 tablespoons: 190 calories, 18 g fat (2.5 g saturated), 0 mg sodium, 6 g carbs (3 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 7 g protein
48. Wholly Guacamole Classic Minis, $4, Amazon Fresh
Per cup: 120 calories, 12 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 240 mg sodium, 3 g carbs (2 g fiber, 1 g sugar), 1 g protein
49. Near East Rosemary & Olive Oil Quinoa and Brown Rice Blend, $3, Target
Per 1/3 cup dry: 200 calories, 2.5 g fat (0 g saturated fat), 320 mg sodium, 38 g carbs (3 g fiber, <1 g sugar), 6 g protein
50. ALOHA Organic Plant Based Vanilla Protein Powder, $26, Amazon
Per 2 scoops: 150 calories, 4.5 g fat (1.5 g saturated fat), 190 mg sodium, 10 g carbs (3 g fiber, 4 g sugar), 18 g protein
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