What to Buy Food, Beverages & Meal Kits The 37 Best Healthy Snacks of 2020, According to Our Editors We tested more than 100 new products to come up with these winning nibbles and bites that will satisfy whatever craving you have—in the healthiest way possible! By Hannah Harper Hannah Harper Hannah Harper is the associate editor for Health.com. Previously, she was an assistant editor and prior to that, editorial assistant for Health Magazine. health's editorial guidelines Published on October 19, 2020 JEFFREY WESTBROOK Trader Joe's Olive Herbs Mixed Nuts Courtesy of manufacturers View at Trader Joe’s ($5) This mix feels very gourmet: Roasted almonds, cashews, and pecans are paired with dried kalamata olives and coated in a rosemary, sage, thyme, and basil herb blend. Great for a midday snack or served with beer and wine during your next happy hour. 170 Calories, 5g Protein, 15g Fat, 2g Fiber Karma Wrapped Cashews Courtesy of manufacturers View at Karmanuts ($25) The skins have been left intact on these nuts (that's the "wrapped" part), so these snacks deliver three times the fiber of traditional cashews and an antioxidant activity comparable to that of blueberries. The newer Golden Turmeric flavor has subtle spice and a tiny bit of heat. 160 Calories, 4g Protein, 12g Fat, 3g Fiber Kind Frozen Treat Bars Courtesy of manufacturers View at Target ($6) Just like their signature bars, but from the freezer! The nuts are definitely front and center, with chocolate in a supporting role. Our testers loved the Dark Chocolate Almond Sea Salt: The almond-cream layer is perfection, with bitter dark chocolate and salt balancing it out. 180 Calories, 3g Protein, 14g Fat, 7g Fiber Justin's Maple Nut Butter Covered Nuts Courtesy of manufacturers We're big fans of other Justin's nut products, and these don't disappoint. There are both cashews and almonds, but we felt the maple flavor came through best on the latter. And for a sweetened snack, it's relatively low in sugar, with only 5 grams added. 180 Calories, 2g Protein, 14g Fat, 0g Fiber Super Pop Nut Butter Bars Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($35) Crispy bits of organic quinoa and brown rice take these beyond the ordinary protein bar. Peanut Butter & Honey has a flavorful nut-butter base that's dense and satiating: great for refueling post-workout or when it'll be a while till dinner! 250 Calories, 10g Protein, 13g Fat, 4g Fiber Applegate Naturals Charcuterie Plate Courtesy of manufacturers Who doesn't love a good cheese-and-meat board, especially on the go? Our testers raved about the combo of sharp cheddar paired with smoky chorizo salami. Plus, the meat is humanely raised with no antibiotics added. 300 Calories, 13g Protein, 19g Fat, 0g Fiber 365 by Whole Foods Market Gluten Free Almond & Sunflower Seed Flour Crackers Courtesy of manufacturers View at Whole Foods ($4) The Vegan Cheddar Flavor brings exactly what you want in a "cheese" cracker: strong cheddar bite (thank you, nutritional yeast!), perfect salt level, and great crunch. They're surprisingly high in fiber and protein. 170 Calories, 3g Protein, 12g Fat, 5g Fiber MoonCheese Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($12) These nuggets are created using a technology that removes all the moisture from fresh cheese, leaving nothing but taste, crunch, and creamy richness. There are several flavors, but the Garlickin' Parmesan stood out for being crazy bold with the garlic! 160 Calories, 12g Protein, 12g Fat, 0g Fiber Sargento Snack Bites Courtesy of manufacturers Sometimes all you want is cheese, period. These portioned snack packs pair two complementary flavors for a more interesting mouthful. We particularly enjoyed the Rustic Gouda + Mild Yellow Cheddar combo: The Gouda adds nice bite to the classic mild Cheddar. 110 Calories, 7g Protein, 6g Fat, 0g Fiber Califia Farms Probiotic Dairy Free Yogurt Courtesy of manufacturers Dairy-free, plant-based yogurt can be a source of probiotics, 10 billion CFU per serving, in fact! All the fruit flavors are super creamy, with just enough tartness to mimic real yogurt— a great smoothie substitute. The Mango tastes just like a Creamsicle! 150 Calories, 3g Protein, 7g Fat, 3g Fiber Joolies Snack Pack Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($20) Now there's a more portable option to Joolies' original 14-ounce boxes: small snack packs with three pitted dates per pack, perfect for tossing in your lunch box or gym bag. They'll boost your energy with a little extra sugar, plus nutrients and fiber. 110 Calories, <1g Protein, 0g Fat, 3g Fiber Sun-Maid Sour Raisin Snacks Courtesy of manufacturers View at Target ($3) These reinvented raisins will remind you of a wholesome version of Sour Patch Kids! We loved the Blue Raspberry: The tartness is created by citric acid, and the raspberry taste is from added natural flavors, meaning this whole-fruit snack has zero added sugars. 60 Calories, 1g Protein, 0g Fat, 1g Fiber Sweet Nothings Fruit-Based Frozen Snacks Courtesy of manufacturers View at Sweet Nothings ($48) Icy, spoonable smoothies—sans blender—made from bananas, cashews, dates, chia seeds, and flaxseeds (no added sugars). The texture is similar to sorbet. Of the five flavors, we loved Strawberry best. Available online only. 90 Calories, 1g Protein, 2g Fat, 2g Fiber Oui by Yoplait Dairy Free Coconut Dairy Alternative Courtesy of manufacturers View at Target ($2) First, the glass pot feels fancy. Then, there's the creamy consistency. The flavor is decadent too: Rich coconut milk is the nondairy base, and the Raspberry—our testers' favorite—tastes like there's an entire carton of fruit in every spoonful. 160 Calories, 1g Protein, 8g Fat, <1g Fiber Smart Sweets Sweet Chews Courtesy of manufacturers There are times you just crave candy (no judgment!), and these will satisfy, without artificial sweeteners or sugar alcohols—and with 10 grams (!) of soluble plant-based fiber. The fruit flavors (strawberry was the winner) are surprisingly natural. 120 Calories, 0g Protein, 4g Fat, 10g Fiber Bare Simply Pineapple Chips Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($24) Close your eyes and put your nose in the bag—the smell is pure pineapple, which makes sense since that's the only ingredient! These chips are very crunchy yet still airy and light—great for a quick snack or crumbled into a trail mix. 180 Calories, 2g Protein, 0g Fat, 4g Fiber The Lil' Pops Popped Sorghum Ancient Grain Clusters Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($30) Kind of funny that sorghum, a 10,000-year-old grain, is having a moment, but it is! It's like tiny popcorn—the gluten-free clusters have the same lightness and crunch. There are three flavors, but our fave was Sweet & Salty. 100 Calories, 2g Protein, 0g Fat, 2g Fiber Snack Factory Gluten Free Deli Style Pretzel Crisps Courtesy of manufacturers View at Walmart ($2) Gluten-free comrades, rejoice! Now you can enjoy pretzels and have them flavored with bagel-inspired Everything seasoning, too. There's a lot of surface area on these crisps, so you can also treat them like crackers. 110 Calories, <1g Protein, 3g Fat, 2g Fiber Late July No Grain Tortilla Chips Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($3) These are grain-free, corn-free, and gluten-free—and manage to taste like authentic corn chips. You'd never know they're made from ground tigernut (a nut-free root vegetable) with cassava flour and chia seeds. Sea Salt & Lime led the pack of flavors. 140 Calories, <1g Protein, 7g Fat, 2g Fiber Neptune Wild Alaska Pollock Fish Jerky Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($8) Sweet, salty, and smoky, this fish jerky offers better nutrition than its beef counterpart. One bag boasts 450 mg of omega-3s, excellent for heart and brain health. Sweet Citrus Ginger was our fave flave. 70 Calories, 10g Protein, <1g Fat, 0g Fiber Flock Chicken Chips Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($29) The crispy skin is the best part of a roast chicken, and these chips deliver exactly that. Very light, with perfect crunch and only two ingredients: chicken skin and BBQ seasoning. We would sprinkle these on a salad for texture or add to a charcuterie board. 190 Calories, 13g Protein, 14g Fat, 0g Fiber Union Whole Earth Snacks Trail Mix Square Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($36) These sweet-savory squares combine various jerkies (duck, beef, or pork) with dried fruit, nuts, and seeds for a satisfying, high-protein, low-sugar snack. Sweet & Hot Pork was particularly delish, with cayenne and paprika bringing the spice. 200 Calories, 10g Protein, 10g Fat, 3g Fiber Chef's Cut Real Jerky Co. Original Beef & Pork Stick Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($35) It's really hard to find a sugar-free jerky, and this one is on the cleaner side of cured meats: free of nitrates (a common—and potentially harmful—way to cure many jerkies) and made from high-quality cuts. 100 Calories, 8g Protein, 7g Fat, 0g Fiber Kalahari Crisps Air Dried Beef Chips Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($12) It's really hard to find a sugar-free jerky, and this one is on the cleaner side of cured meats: free of nitrates (a common—and potentially harmful—way to cure many jerkies) and made from high-quality cuts. 100 Calories, 8g Protein, 7g Fat, 0g Fiber Poshi Steamed & Marinated Snack Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($20) Who couldn't use an extra serving of veggies? Poshi takes fresh vegetables, steams them, then pops them in a tangy marinade with rosemary and oregano. The asparagus spears still have a nice snap (yes, really!) and are fantastic on a salad or eaten on their own. 10 Calories, 1g Protein, 0g Fat, 1g Fiber Trader Joe's Dill Pickle Hummus Calling all pickle lovers! Check out this latest addition: super smooth hummus with delicious bits of dill pickle throughout. Scoop up that vinegar, sea salt, savory-spice goodness with pita chips, raw veggies, or whatever you prefer. 50 Calories, 2g Protein, 3g Fat, 1g Fiber Hippie Snacks Avocado Crisps Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($20) Rich avocado, translated to the lightness of a crisp. The Guacamole flavor is irresistible: Pumpkin, sunflower, and flaxseeds bring the crunch; vinegar and lime juice bring the tang. They're high in good fats, no surprise for an avocado-based snack. 160 Calories, 5g Protein, 12g Fat, 3g Fiber Dang Thai Rice Chips Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($16) Our testers described these chips as "shatteringly crispy." They're made with Thai sticky rice that's been soaked in coconut milk and watermelon juice to help bind the grains together. There's a variety of funky flavors, but we couldn't stop eating the Toasted Sesame. 150 Calories, 2g Protein, 7g Fat, 1g Fiber Snacklins View at Amazon ($14) These are pretty darn impressive for plant-based "pork" rinds. They look and taste surprisingly similar to the real thing, yet yuca and mushroom are the two main ingredients! Our testers practically fought over the Miso Ginger—the flavors were that big and bold! 80 Calories, 0g Protein, 2.5g Fat, 0g Fiber Blue Diamond Almond Sriracha Nut-Thins Courtesy of manufacturers View at Walmart ($13) If you put sriracha on everything, these are for you. They pack the same heat and flavor, in gluten-free cracker form (made from rice flour, almonds, and potato starch). The spicy bite fades to sweet almond—so you'll keep going back for more. 130 Calories, 3g Protein, 3g Fat, 1g Fiber The Good Bean Chocolate Covered Chickpeas Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($33) We wouldn't have thought to put a chickpea in candy coating, but we're glad someone did! We were into the Mocha Chocolate: The shell melts on the tongue with an amazing coffee taste, and the chickpea center is crisp and light. 130 Calories, 3g Protein, 5g Fat, 2g Fiber SkinnyDipped Cashews Courtesy of manufacturers The Dark Chocolate Salted Caramel cashews reminded us of candy turtles, in a good way. But the Dark Chocolate Cocoa cashews stole our hearts and taste buds—they're thinly dipped in chocolate, then dusted with cocoa powder, and have just the right amount of salt. 170 Calories, 5g Protein, 12g Fat, 1g Fiber Safe + Fair Drizzled Popcorn Courtesy of manufacturers View at Safe and Fair ($4) This Dark Chocolaty flavor has the sweet-salty-buttery combo down perfectly, and every single popped kernel has a drizzle. Three percent of proceeds go to the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy & Asthma Research at Stanford University. 140 Calories, 2g Protein, 6g Fat, 2g Fiber Hope Foods Cashew & Almond Dip Courtesy of manufacturers View at Hope Fodds ($6) This brand makes savory spreads too, but its Chocolate dip tastes like dessert (and at just 90 calories and 5 grams of sugar, there's zero guilt). Pair it with fresh strawberries, or just go straight in with a spoon. 90 Calories, 6g Fat, 2g Protein, 1g Fiber Clif Bar Coffee Collection Courtesy of manufacturers View at Walmart ($16) These have as much caffeine as a shot of espresso: 65 mg in every bar. Unlike with a cup of coffee, the blend of protein, fat, fiber, and carbohydrates here will keep your energy steady. The Dark Chocolate Mocha is particularly delicious, with its chocolate drizzle. 250 Calories, 9g Protein, 5g Fat, 4g Fiber Simple Mills Soft Baked Almond Flour Bars Courtesy of manufacturers View at Walmart ($6) Sometimes gluten-free baked goods really make you wish for flour. Not so with these Dark Chocolate Almond bars! Sunflower seeds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, and almond pieces bring a nice crunch—and balance out the tender dough. 170 Calories, 3g Protein, 12g Fat, 2g Fiber Sheila G's Keto Brownie Brittle Courtesy of manufacturers View at Amazon ($15) Those who prefer the crispy edges of brownies already know about "brittle." This brand has been rolling it out since 2011 but has now launched a keto-friendly Chocolate Chip version with zero added sugar and only 2 grams net carbs. 110 Calories, 3g Protein, 9g Fat, 3g Fiber This article originally appeared in the November 2020 issue of Health Magazine. Click here to subscribe today! Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit