9 healthy plant-based snacks

3. Roasted chickpeas

These popular protein-packed "snack peas" are easy to make and can be seasoned with various herb variations.

Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius. Put a can of drained chickpeas in a bowl and mix with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add salt and herbs to taste and mix the chickpeas with the herbs.

Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet and bake for about 30 minutes in the oven until they are golden brown and crispy. Be careful not to let them burn. If you have time, turn off the oven and let the chickpeas cool in the oven. This will give them an even crunchier texture!

Flavor tips: 1. garlic salt. 2. salt and paprika powder. 3. salt, paprika powder, cumin, and cinnamon. 4. salt, oregano, basil, and thyme. 5. salt, cinnamon, rosemary, and cayenne pepper.

4. Vegetables with dip

Vegetables are low in calories and rich in useful nutrients that contribute to your health. So, it's always a good idea to add more vegetables and raw veggies to your diet.

Place slices of cucumber, radishes, baby carrots, or pieces of bell pepper or celery on a plate or in bowls with some salsa or a healthy dip, and you have a delicious low-calorie snack.

5. Homemade popcorn

Popcorn is a great healthy snack when you make it yourself. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a pan and cover the bottom of the pan with a layer of popcorn kernels. Now, put a lid on the pan and shake the popcorn back and forth.

Reduce the heat and cook the popcorn until all the kernels are popped. Sprinkle the popcorn with some chili flakes, Cajun spices, or a few tablespoons of nutritional yeast.

6. Frozen fruit

Fruit is one of the best snacks you can eat, alongside vegetables. Fruit is packed with fiber and nutrients that contribute to good health.

Craving something sweet? Opt for frozen fruit. Consider options like grapes, mango, cherries, or raspberries. You can freeze them yourself or buy them frozen in the supermarket. This adds a twist to the regular fruit snack.

Tip: Try blending frozen banana (and/or other frozen fruit) in a blender with a splash of plant-based milk and a scoop of our plant-based proteins. This way, you can quickly make a healthy and protein-rich milkshake!

7. Apple slices with nut butter

Nuts (and nut butters) contain healthy fats and nutrients but also quite a few calories. If you're mindful of your calorie intake, be cautious not to use too much nut butter.

Slice an apple into rings or slices and spread them with (natural) nut butter or peanut butter. Quick, simple, and healthy!

8. Banana chips

Bananas are a superfood. These healthy homemade banana chips are super easy to make, but you need to take some time for it.

Slice several bananas into thin slices (the thinner, the better) with a food processor or a mandoline. Dip them in a bowl of lemon water and arrange them next to each other on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Sprinkle with cinnamon or cocoa powder if desired and bake the banana chips for 90 minutes (on both sides!) in the oven at 90 degrees until completely dried out, then let them cool.

9. Protein pudding

Not only a good evening snack, but you can also enjoy this protein-rich chocolate pudding after exercising or a vigorous workout.

Put 1 avocado and 2-3 dates, 2 tablespoons of cocoa, 1 scoop of Orangefit Protein (chocolate), and 100ml of plant-based milk in a blender and mix slowly until it forms a creamy pudding.

Tip: If the pudding is too thin, you can add a few ice cubes or perhaps some extra protein powder. Enjoy!