Do you know one of the main reasons why most people are unable to stick to their weight loss plan? Snacking on sugary, processed items. Processed food high in sugar and sodium, like cookies and chips, can quickly derail all the progress you’ve made so far.
The solution? You don’t have to stop snacking? Just make better choices. Instead of reaching out for that cream-laden cookie, try out these low-carb yet delicious snacks.
Top Low Carb Snacks
1. Roasted Pecan Bites
Do you have extra bacon fat and pecans in your kitchen? Whip up this delicious snack.
- Preheat oven to 110 degrees C.
- Put pecans in a bag and crush them into small pieces.
- Mix 2 tbsp bacon drippings, a tsp of palm sugar, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp of cayenne pepper in a bowl.
- Add 2 cups of pecans to the bowl and mix to coat them.
- Spread the pecan pieces onto a baking sheet.
- Bake until pecans are toasted and fragrant.
- Let them cool and stir them in an airtight container.
Nutrition: Roasted pecan bites have just 5 grams of carbs and a little over 200 calories.
2. Chia Seed Jam
You don’t have to say goodbye to sweet snacks. This chia seed jam is perfect to satisfy your cravings. Follow these recipe instructions.
- Add a fruit of your choice into a bowl and microwave for two minutes till it’s softened.
- Now, mash the fruit with a fork until it is broken down with a few chunks remaining.
- Mix in a tbsp of chia seeds. Let the mixture set in the fridge for 2 hours.
Nutrition: A cup of this jam has 15 grams of carbs and is under 100 calories.
3. Asian Hard-Boiled Egg Snack Pack
This Asian snack pack has a bunch of ingredients that you can just put in a box and eat when the hunger hits. You need:
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, peeled
- ½ cup (125 mL) snap peas
- 15 rice crackers
Nutrition: The snack pack contains 30 grams of carbs and a little over 250 calories.
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4. Raspberry Lemon Yoghurt
Frozen Greek yogurt topped with fresh raspberries and lemon zest makes up for a delicious low-carb snack. Here’s what you need to do.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Stir 3 cups plain Greek yogurt, honey, lemon juice, and vanilla in a medium bowl. Spread on the baking sheet.
- Scatter 6 ounces of raspberries and sprinkle with lemon zest.
- Freeze until it turns firm.
- Cut into 32 pieces.
Nutrition: Each serving contains 8 grams of carbs and is just a little over 50 calories.
5. Keto Chicken Salad
This easy keto chicken salad recipe is full of herbs and flavor. Follow these recipe instructions.
- In a large bowl, mix 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp mustard, 2 tbsp fresh dill, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, and 2 cloves garlic.
- Mix in 3 cups of chicken and half a cup of green onions. Season with salt and black pepper.
Nutrition: A serving of this salad contains only 1.6 grams of carbs and a little over 150 calories.
6. Almond Garlic Crackers
Enjoy these low-carb crackers on their own or with your favorite topping. Here’s what you need to do:
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix half a cup of almond meal, half a cup of ground flax seed, half a cup of water, 1/3 cup of Parmesan cheese, a tsp of garlic powder, and half a tsp of salt in a bowl. Set it aside.
- Put the dough on the baking sheet and top with a plastic wrap. Use your hands to flatten the dough to 1/8-inch thick.
- Remove waxed paper.
- Score the dough with a knife to make dents where you will break the crackers.
- Bake in the oven for 15 minutes.
- Cool crackers for 30 minutes.
- Break them into individual crackers.
Nutrition: The above recipe yields 12 servings. A serving contains 3 grams of carbs and is under 100 calories.
7. Golden Soup
This soup contains the goodness of vegetables. It’s the perfect snack for diabetics. Follow the steps below.
- Preheat oven to 160°C.
- Chop one fried onion, one red pepper, 2 yellow peppers, 2 large courgettes, and 2 tomatoes into chunks.
- Sprinkle with dry mixed herbs and a heaped tsp of nutritional yeast
- Spray with oil of choice.
- Place in the middle of the oven for 30 minutes until veggies are browned on the edges.
- Mix the stock into warm water.
- In a blender, add roasted vegetables, water, and stock. Blend till it gets a smooth texture.
- Pour into a pan and serve.
Nutrition: Each serving of this soup contains 9 grams of carbs and is under 100 calories.
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8. Raspberry Dark Chocolate Bark
This dark chocolate bar can be quickly made, and it satisfies your sweet tooth completely. Follow these recipe instructions:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add 4 oz of unsweetened chocolate, 1/2 tsp of stevia, and vanilla crème stevia to a microwave-safe bowl. Mix to combine.
- Microwave on high heat for 30 seconds. Then mix with a fork for 2 minutes.
- Microwave again on high for 20 seconds. Mix with a fork for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the chocolate to the baking sheet, spreading it into a thin layer.
- Sprinkle 2 tbsp of almonds, 1/4 cup of freeze-dried raspberries, and 1/4 tsp of coarse sea salt on top.
- Let the chocolate harden completely and then break it into small pieces.
Nutrition: This recipe yields 8 servings. As a snack, you can enjoy one serving that has 5 grams of carbs and is under 100 calories.
9. Baked Cheese Crisps
These delicious baked cheese crisps are extremely low in calories and carbs. Here’s how to prepare them.
- Preheat the oven to 204 degrees C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Stir 3/4 cup of shredded Parmesan cheese and 3/4 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese in a medium bowl.
- Place equal amounts of shredded cheese onto the baking sheet.
- Transfer them to the oven for 6-8 minutes.
- Let them cool in the pan and then put them on paper towels so they turn crispy.
Nutrition: Enjoy 6 chips as snacks. They contain only 1 gram of carbs and are a little over 100 calories.
10. Taco Cheese Cups
Taco cheese cups can be eaten as a snack or an appetizer. Follow these recipe instructions.
- Preheat oven to 180˚C.
- Spoon 1 tbsp piles of cheddar cheese onto a parchment baking sheet.
- Bake for 5 minutes and cool for 1 minute.
- Press cheese into small muffin tin slots to create cups. Let the cheese cool completely.
- Add 455 grams of ground beef and a tsp of salt to a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook till they turn brown.
- Drain grease from your meat.
- Add half a tsp of garlic, 2 tbsps of cumin, 2 tbsps of chili powder, and 1/4 cup of water to the skillet and stir well.
- Stir in salt.
- Divide the meat into cheese cups and garnish with tomatoes and guacamole.
Nutrition: This recipe yields 24 cups. As a snack, enjoy one cup, which has only a gram of carbs. The cheese cup contains a little over 100 calories.
11. Cucumber Sushi
This out-of-the-box sushi snack can be part of any low-carb diet. Follow these recipe instructions.
- Remove the seeds from the center of the cucumbers and press the avocado into their center.
- Side in bell peppers and carrots till they fill the cucumber.
- In a bowl, whisk 1/3 cup of mayonnaise, 1 tbsp of sriracha, and 1 tsp soy sauce.
- Slice the cucumber into round pieces and serve with sauce alongside.
Nutrition: A serving of this snack contains only 8 grams of carbs and is a little over 150 calories.
12. Sugar-Free Popsicles
These sugar-free popsicles require only 3 ingredients and are low-carb, low-calorie alternatives for sugary snacks. Here’s what you need to do.
- Add 3 cups of fresh berries, 1/4 cup of lemon juice, 1/3 cup of water, and 1/3 cup of fruit allulose blend to a blender.
- Blend until it achieves a smooth consistency.
- Transfer the mixture into popsicle molds and add popsicle sticks.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours.
Nutrition: One popsicle has only 10 grams of carbs and is under 50 calories.
13. No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Do you love chocolate and peanut butter? This is the perfect snack to try. Follow these instructions.
- Line a large tray with parchment paper.
- Combine 2 cups of peanut butter, 3/4 cup of coconut milk, and 1/2 cup of maple syrup in a mixing bowl.
- Form small balls with your hands and place them on the lined tray.
- Freeze for 10 minutes.
- Melt your chocolate chips.
- Take out the balls from the freezer and coat each with the melted chocolate.
- Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
Nutrition: One ball contains 13 grams of carbs and is a little over 100 calories.
14. Cheese-Stuffed Bell Peppers
This quick, delicious, and low-carb snack is filled with the goodness of cream cheese. Here’s how to prepare it.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
- Cut 12 bell peppers lengthwise, removing the seeds and stems. Lightly oil them with 2 tsp of olive oil.
- Put the peppers on your baking sheet with their skin-side down. Roast in the oven till the edges begin to brown.
- Take them out and let them cool.
- Place 8 oz of cream cheese, 1/2 cup of walnuts, a clove of garlic, 1/2 tsp of salt, 1 tsp of sriracha, and black pepper in a bowl and add 2 stalks of green onion and fold into the cheese until combined.
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Stuff the peppers and transfer them back to the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8 minutes. Change oven setting to high broil and bake for 2 more minutes.
Nutrition: One cheesy bell pepper has only 4 grams of carbs and is a little over 100 calories.
15. Keto Trail Mix
A crunchy combination of nuts, chocolate chips, coconut, and dried fruit, you’ll find yourself reaching out for this often. Below are instructions to prepare it.
- Transfer 1/2 cup of coconut chips to a small skillet over medium-low heat.
- Toast until the flakes are slightly golden.
- Let the coconut cool completely.
- Toss 1/2 cup of unsalted almonds, 1/2 cup of raw pistachios, 1/4 cup of sunflower seeds, 1/2 cup of unsweetened coconut chips, 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, and 1/2 cup of sugar-free chocolate chips in a large bowl and mix.
- Transfer trail mix to an airtight container.
Nutrition: A serving contains 9 grams of protein and is a little over 150 calories.
16. Candied Pecans
A low-carb, vegan snack that tastes utterly delicious. Follow these instructions.
- Preheat your oven to 300°F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Bring water to a boil in a large saucepan.
- Combine ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 1 ½ tablespoons ground cinnamon, 1 tablespoon ground ginger, 1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard, 1 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground cardamom, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, and ¼ teaspoon ground cloves in a medium bowl.
- Add 12 ounces of pecan halves to the boiling water and cook.
- Drain and put the pecans into the bowl.
- Coat with the spices and spread evenly on the prepared pan.
- Bake the pecans for 30 minutes.
- Let them cool for 10 minutes.
Nutrition: A serving contains 8 grams of carbs and is a little over 150 calories.
17. Basil and Olive Stuffed Eggs
Eggs stuffed with basil and olives make up for a perfect low-carb, high-protein snack. Below are the recipe instructions.
- Boil the 3 large eggs for 8 minutes.
- Let them cool in cold water.
- Peel, halve, and scoop out the yolks.
- Put the ½ small pack of basil, pitted Kalamata olives, 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tsp cider vinegar, and a grinding of pepper in a small bowl.
- Blend and then add the yolk.
- Mash everything together. Spoon back into the eggs and refrigerate.
Nutrition: A serving contains just 0.3 grams of carbs and is a little over 100 calories.
18. Celery with Peanut Butter
Celery with peanut butter is a high-fiber and vitamin-rich snack. Prepare it quickly by following these steps.
- Wash 2 stalks of celery, trim leaves, and the bottom of the stalks.
- Let it air dry.
- Now, cut it into 4-inch pieces and apply 2 tablespoons of peanut butter to both of them.
Nutrition: 4 servings of celery with peanut butter contains 13 grams of carbs and is a little over 200 calories.
19. Baked Jalapeno Poppers
Baked jalapeno poppers are loaded with the deliciousness of cream cheese and bread. Follow the steps below.
- Preheat your oven to 200 degrees C.
- Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Fill 12 jalapeño peppers half with cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and bread crumbs.
- Transfer them to the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
Nutrition: A serving of these jalapeno peppers contains 8 grams of carbs and is a little over 100 calories.
Summing up
You might be on a keto diet or just want to make healthy food choices. Regardless, the low-carb snack ideas above won’t disappoint. You’ll be surprised at how good they taste! These guilt-free delights will elevate your snack game for the better. Trust us, before long, you’ll find yourself craving them more than other sugary, processed snacks!
