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17 Healthy 3-Ingredient Snacks

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Make a delicious, healthy snack with just three ingredients. These easy snacks are the perfect option when you need an afternoon pick-me-up or need to satisfy a late night craving. Whether it's a savory or sweet snack, these recipes will leave you feeling energized. Recipes like Mango-Date Energy Bites and Crisp Apple Chips are tasty, nutritious and easy to make.

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Sweet Potato Chips

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Make perfectly crunchy veggie chips at home with this healthy recipe. Use a mandoline to slice the sweet potatoes extra-thin for the optimum crunch! Source: EatingWell.com, December 2016

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Mango-Date Energy Bites

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Sweet, sticky dates act as the glue for these no-cook energy balls. Perfect for hikes or during sports, this healthy snack travels well.

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Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie

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This easy fruit smoothie with yogurt recipe calls for just three ingredients--yogurt, fruit juice and whatever frozen fruit you have on hand. Mix up your combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack you'll never get bored with.

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Beet Chips

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Make perfectly crunchy veggie chips at home with this healthy recipe. Use a mandoline to slice the beets extra-thin for the optimum crunch! Source: EatingWell.com, December 2016

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Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls

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Sweet, sticky dates act as the glue for these no-bake energy balls. Perfect for hikes or during sports, this healthy snack travels well. For the best flavor and texture, use Medjool dates--the largest and most luscious date variety. Look for them in the produce department or near other dried fruits. Source: EatingWell.com, April 2017

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Everything-Bagel Crispy Chickpeas

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Crispy, salty and packed with everything-bagel goodness, these crispy chickpeas are a delicious, healthy snack that can be enjoyed on their own or tossed into a salad for added crunch. Removing the skins from the chickpeas helps achieve a better crisp. Look for "everything bagel seasoning" in the spice aisle; it's now available in most supermarkets. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2020

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Lemon-Pepper Cucumbers

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When you need a refreshing low-calorie snack, nibble on these Lemon-Pepper cucumbers for just 8 calories and 2 grams of carb. Plus the lemon juice and black pepper count as free foods! Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Kale Chips

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Not a fan of kale? These crispy baked kale chips will convert you! For the best result, don't overcrowd the pans. Source: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2011

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Parmesan Microwave Popcorn

<p>Nutty, salty and incredibly crispy, this cheesy popcorn snack is simple to make and sure to be a favorite snack. Source: EatingWell.com, November 2018</p>
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Nutty, salty and incredibly crispy, this cheesy popcorn snack is simple to make and sure to be a favorite snack. Source: EatingWell.com, November 2018

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Turkey-Carrot Roll-Up

<p>For a bit of protein between meals and a satisfying crunch, roll up a single carrot stick in a slice of turkey lunchmeat. A typical 3-inch carrot stick has only 3 calories and less than 1 gram of carb. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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For a bit of protein between meals and a satisfying crunch, roll up a single carrot stick in a slice of turkey lunchmeat. A typical 3-inch carrot stick has only 3 calories and less than 1 gram of carb. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Strawberry Planks

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Here's a quick and easy way to get your children to eat more fruit! Stack strawberry slices on graham crackers spread with cream cheese for a tasty 5-minute snack your kids will devour. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Quick & Easy Quesadilla

<p>Prepare this Quick &amp; Easy Quesadilla without the skillet, for a simple and tasty snack . Serve with salsa, which is a free food because it is only 20 calories and less than 5 grams of carbohydrates. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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Prepare this Quick & Easy Quesadilla without the skillet, for a simple and tasty snack . Serve with salsa, which is a free food because it is only 20 calories and less than 5 grams of carbohydrates. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Microwave Potato Chips

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You don't need a deep fryer to make crispy potato chips. We toss thinly sliced potatoes with just a touch of olive oil, pop them in the microwave and voilà! Crispy, crunchy homemade potato chips with 8 grams less fat per serving than regular chips. Source: EatingWell Magazine, January/February 2009

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Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas

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Try this satisfying snack instead of nuts. The tasty legumes are lower in calories and packed with fiber. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Open-Face Bagel Melt

<p>For an afternoon pick-me-up, try this open-face bagel melt that combines whole grains and protein to keep you going. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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For an afternoon pick-me-up, try this open-face bagel melt that combines whole grains and protein to keep you going. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Cream Cheese Radishes

<p>Radishes are about as guilt-free as food can get. Each medium-size radish has just 1 calorie and well under half a gram of carbohydrates. Nibble on a few when the aroma of dinner cooking is getting the best of you. This simple snack has just 20 calories and 2 grams of carb, and it makes a pretty appetizer. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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Radishes are about as guilt-free as food can get. Each medium-size radish has just 1 calorie and well under half a gram of carbohydrates. Nibble on a few when the aroma of dinner cooking is getting the best of you. This simple snack has just 20 calories and 2 grams of carb, and it makes a pretty appetizer. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Crisp Apple Chips

<p>Dust thin apple slices with sugar and apple pie spice and slowly bake until crisp for this kid-pleasing snack. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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Dust thin apple slices with sugar and apple pie spice and slowly bake until crisp for this kid-pleasing snack. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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    1 of 17 Sweet Potato Chips
    2 of 17 Mango-Date Energy Bites
    3 of 17 Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie
    4 of 17 Beet Chips
    5 of 17 Peanut Butter-Oat Energy Balls
    6 of 17 Everything-Bagel Crispy Chickpeas
    7 of 17 Lemon-Pepper Cucumbers
    8 of 17 Kale Chips
    9 of 17 Parmesan Microwave Popcorn
    10 of 17 Turkey-Carrot Roll-Up
    11 of 17 Strawberry Planks
    12 of 17 Quick & Easy Quesadilla
    13 of 17 Microwave Potato Chips
    14 of 17 Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas
    15 of 17 Open-Face Bagel Melt
    16 of 17 Cream Cheese Radishes
    17 of 17 Crisp Apple Chips

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