Ali Redmond

Need a quick and easy bite to stave off midday hunger?

Try out these snacks!

Theyre perfect for making in advance, meaning youll have snacks ready to go.

High-protein dips and dippers on a board

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Its a classic pairing that also provides healthy fats and a boost of protein.

Use any color mini bell pepper you have on hand.

Elevate the flavor profile by adding a hint of vanilla extract or cinnamon to the cottage cheese.

an image of the Banana–Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfait

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Tahini-Yogurt Dip

Serve this creamy yogurt dip with baby carrots, sliced radishes or whole-wheat pita triangles.

Almond-Date Bars

These no-bake snack bars are packed with nuts, dried fruit and rice cereal.

For the best texture, use naturally sticky whole pitted dates.

a recipe photo of the Cucumber-Dill Ricotta Snack Jar

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Make these bars ahead of time and pack them in a lunchbox for work or school.

Tomato-Zucchini Salsa

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This easy, veggie-packed dip makes a healthy snack or appetizer.

Capers add a nice brininess to this salsa.

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Serve with pita chips or tortilla chips or spoon it over grilled chicken or fish.

Adding the chickpeas right before serving will keep them crunchy.

If you want to store everything in one jar, opt for 14 cup rinsed canned chickpeas instead.

High-protein dips and dippers on a board

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If you dont have cannellini beans, chickpeas work just as well.

Serve this tasty dip alongside veggies, crackers, pita or pretzels.

Cranberry-Almond Energy Balls

These energy balls are the perfect make-ahead snack.

a recipe photo of the Cranberry-Pistachio Energy Balls

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Filled with cranberries, almonds, oats and dates, these energy balls come together in minutes.

Maple syrup and tahini help bind everything together while adding a touch of sweetness and bitterness.

To bulk up this snack, add pretzels, crackers or tortilla chips alongside.

an image of the White Bean–Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers

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an image of the Pickled Tuna Salad

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

blueberry lemon energy balls

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a recipe photo of the Crunchy Berry Bowl

Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

Easy Black Bean Dip

a recipe photo of the Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Sue Mitchell, Prop stylist: Skylar Myers,

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a recipe photo of the Almond-Date Bars

a recipe photo of the Tomato & Zucchini Salsa

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Side view of a clear glass jar of Cottage Cheese Snack Jar recipe

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

a recipe photo of the Lemon, Mint & White Bean Dip

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a recipe photo of the Cranberry and Almond Energy Balls

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The high-fiber guacamole snack jar recipe

Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco