High-Protein Vegan Snacks to Power Your Day

August 27, 2019
Each of these plant-based snacks delivers at least 7 grams of protein (that's more than an egg!). From protein-rich smoothies, homemade trail mix and beans on toast these snacks range in flavor from sweet to savory and can be enjoyed as a mini meal or a quick energy bite.
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Roasted Spaghetti Squash Seeds

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When you prepare spaghetti squash, don't throw away the seeds! You can roast them into a crunchy, healthy snack--just like roasting pumpkin seeds. The seasoning mix in this recipe is a mix of spicy, salty and sweet, but feel free to experiment with your own flavor combinations.

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White Beans Toast

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This tasty snack is topped with chopped tomato and basil pesto.

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Vegan Party Board

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A dairy-free dip sets the tone for this vegan snack board. Rainbow carrots and crisp pear slices offer refreshing crunch and visual appeal, while an assortment of seeded crackers and mini toasts make blank canvases for spreads and jams. Blackberries and grapes lend a fresh and fruity finish.

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PB & J Smoothie Without Banana

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This quick and easy, diabetic-friendly smoothie, inspired by the famous sandwich, is low-sugar and has 11 grams of protein per serving thanks to the tofu and peanut butter in this recipe.

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Peanut Butter and Apple-Cinnamon Topped Toast

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This filling peanut butter and apple-cinnamon topped toast is sure to satisfy for breakfast or a snack.

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Smoked Tofu & Vegetable Sushi Roll

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Skip the rice and roll up veggies and protein for this healthy sushi snack. If you can't find smoked tofu, try teriyaki or another Asian-flavored baked tofu.

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Edamame with Aleppo Pepper

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With fruity undertones and a slight cumin taste, Aleppo pepper gives this healthy protein snack some satisfying flavor.

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Peanut Butter-Banana Cinnamon Toast

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This satisfying peanut butter-banana toast gets a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra flavor boost.

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White Bean & Avocado Toast

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Mashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.

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Pistachios & Apricots

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Dried fruit and nuts is a classic snack that never gets old. Tip: Use shell-on pistachios--shelling them will force you to eat slower and really savor your snack time.

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Good Old Raisins & Peanuts

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Good Old Raisins and Peanuts, or GORP, is simple as can be, but this blend of sweet and nutty flavors can't be beat. Pack in small snack bags for on-the-go munching.

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2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream

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Whir up frozen bananas into an “ice cream” without the cream! Peanut butter adds a natural swirl of flavor for a sweet and satisfying dessert with no added sugar.

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Rice Cakes with Peanut Butter

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Top multigrain rice cakes with creamy peanut butter for a nutritious snack with protein and fiber to keep you feeling full.

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Munch & Crunch Cereal Snack

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Mini pretzels, puffed corn cereal, and salty soy nuts provide taste and crunch in each handful of this 5-minute snack mix. The most difficult part of this recipe will be trying not to eat too much of it--it's that yummy!

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Pistachios & Cherries

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Keep a batch of this on hand for a fiber- and iron-rich snack.

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Spicy Energy Mix

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Sweet mangos and dates mixed with crunchy pumpkin seeds get a dose of heat from a prepared spice rub.

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