Source: Anna Pustynnikova, AdobeStock A workday often involves a tight schedule, so convenient and healthy snacks play a very important role. They also help maintain concentration and prevent overeating before bed. We're sharing 12 great recipes for every taste and budget!
1. Oatmeal Muffins with Carrots and Walnuts
Source: AdobeStock Hearty and very appetizing – pure goodness!
You'll need: 100 g carrots, 30 ml vegetable oil, 1 egg, 50 g honey, 1/2 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup rolled oats, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 50 g walnuts, salt.
Preparation: Mix honey with vegetable oil, egg, and salt. Add finely grated carrots, then sifted flour with baking powder. Next, add rolled oats, mix, and spoon the batter into muffin molds. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts and bake the muffins for about 25-30 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
2. Savory Cheese Muffins
Source: AdobeStock They turn out incredibly aromatic and rich in protein.
You'll need: 3 eggs, 120 g almond flour, 100 g hard cheese, 20 g Parmesan, 0.5 tsp baking soda, 0.5 tsp dried garlic, salt.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with salt and spices, add almond flour and baking soda, then stir in grated cheese. Spoon the batter into molds, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, and bake for 20-25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
3. Oatmeal Bars with Nuts and Dried Fruits
Source: AdobeStock These are convenient to prepare in advance and take to work as a healthy snack.
You'll need: 200 g rolled oats, 50 g nuts, 50 g dried fruits, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp ground cinnamon.
Preparation: Mix rolled oats, nuts, and chopped dried fruits. Add eggs, honey, and cinnamon, mix well, press the mixture into a baking pan, and bake for about 20-25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Then cool and cut into bars.
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4. Lavash with Cottage Cheese and Herbs
Source: AdobeStock Another quick protein-rich snack.
You'll need: 2 sheets of lavash, 200 g cottage cheese, 2 tbsp yogurt, 1 bunch of herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Chop the herbs and mix them with cottage cheese, yogurt, salt, and spices. Overlap two sheets of lavash, spread them with the cottage cheese mixture, roll tightly, and wrap in cling film. Refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight, then slice into individual portions.
5. Egg Muffins with Vegetables
Source: AdobeStock Although essentially baked omelets, they are delicious even when cold.
You'll need: 5 eggs, 80 g cheese, 1 bell pepper, 50 g spinach, 2 tbsp milk, 1 pinch of salt.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with milk and salt, finely chop the vegetables, grate the cheese, and mix everything together. Pour the mixture into molds and bake for 15-20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
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6. Syrniki (Cottage Cheese Pancakes) with Rice Flour
Source: AdobeStock Maximally diet-friendly because they contain no wheat flour.
You'll need: 350 g cottage cheese, 1 egg, 50 g rice flour, 1 tbsp honey, vanilla extract.
Preparation: Mix cottage cheese, egg, honey, and vanilla extract, add rice flour, and knead the dough thoroughly. Form and fry the syrniki in a non-stick pan for 3-4 minutes on each side, or bake them for 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
7. Healthy Apple Muffins
Source: AdobeStock The perfect snack with tea during a break.
You'll need: 2 eggs, 150 g yogurt, 120 g oat flour, 1 apple, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp baking powder.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with yogurt and honey, add chopped or grated apple, then add oat flour with baking powder. Mix well and spoon the batter into molds. Bake the muffins for about 20-25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Lavash Roll with Tuna
Source: AdobeStock Tuna is very juicy, so the roll won't need long to soak.
You'll need: 1 sheet of lavash, 1/2 can of canned tuna in its own juice, 1 cucumber, 3 tbsp cream cheese, 2 lettuce leaves.
Preparation: Spread lavash with cream cheese, layer with lettuce leaves, and arrange thinly sliced cucumber and tuna pieces. Roll up and slice into pieces.
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9. Quinoa Salad with Vegetables and Feta
Source: AdobeStock Take it to work in a food container – and it will be almost a full lunch.
You'll need: 80 g quinoa, 1 cucumber, 1 tomato, 1/2 bell pepper, 50 g feta, herbs, olive oil, lemon juice.
Preparation: Cook quinoa according to package instructions, arbitrarily chop vegetables, finely chop herbs, and crumble feta. Dress the resulting salad with olive oil and lemon juice.
10. Chicken and Cheese Sandwich
Source: AdobeStock This sandwich can be prepared in advance and reheated at work or eaten cold.
You'll need: 4 slices whole wheat bread, 150 g chicken fillet, 50 g hard cheese, 1 tomato, 2 lettuce leaves, 2 tbsp yogurt, spices.
Preparation: Boil or bake chicken fillet, slice it. Spread two slices of bread with yogurt and spices, layer with lettuce leaves, then chicken, tomato slices, and cheese. Cover the sandwiches with the remaining bread.
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11. Lavash with Chicken and Mushrooms
Source: AdobeStock A hearty, yet light and quite healthy snack.
You'll need: 1 sheet of lavash, 120 g chicken fillet, 80 g mushrooms, 1/2 onion, 40 g hard cheese, 2 tbsp sour cream, herbs, salt, spices.
Preparation: Boil, bake, or fry chicken, and cut it into pieces. Chop and fry mushrooms with onion until cooked, mix them with chicken and add sour cream, herbs, salt, and spices to taste. Spread this filling on lavash, sprinkle with grated cheese, and roll it up or fold it into a packet – whichever you prefer.
12. Cottage Cheese and Banana Casserole
Source: AdobeStock It turns out soft and maximally sweet without added sugar!
You'll need: 400 g cottage cheese, 2 eggs, 1 banana, 40 g oat flour, vanilla extract.
Preparation: Mash the banana with a fork and thoroughly mix all ingredients together. Pour the mixture into a heatproof dish and bake for 30-35 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Then slice the casserole into individual portions.