8 HEALTHY MIDNIGHT SNACKS THAT WILL NOT RUIN YOUR DIET
If you're a workaholic like me and works all through the night, or you're on a constant Netflix binge-watching session, and you're watching your diet.
It's definitely tough to control our itchy mouths and not open up a bag of chips, or make a nice bowl of instant ramen...
FRET NOT! HERE ARE SOME HEALTHY MIDNIGHT SNACKS FOR YOU TO ENJOY AT HOME
1. Greek Yogurt with Berries
Enjoy a bowl of Greek yogurt topped with fresh berries like strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries. You can also add a sprinkle of granola or a drizzle of honey for some extra flavor.
2. Avocado toast
Toast a slice of whole-grain bread and spread mashed avocado on top. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice for a quick and satisfying snack.
3. Hummus and veggies
Dip baby carrots, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, or cherry tomatoes into a serving of hummus. It's a nutritious and crunchy snack.
Photo by Antoni Shkraba: https://www.pexels.com/photo/hummus-in-a-bowl-5852261/
4. Popcorn
DID YOU KNOW? A serving of 3 cups of air-popped popcorn is only 93 CALORIES ???
Air-popped popcorn or lightly salted microwave popcorn can be a light and satisfying snack. Just be mindful of portion sizes and opt for low-fat or no-butter options if you prefer.
5. Cheese and whole-grain crackers
Enjoy a small portion of your favorite cheese with whole-grain crackers. You can choose from options like cheddar, Swiss, or even a spreadable cheese like goat cheese.
6. Fruit and nut butter
Slice up an apple, pear, or banana and pair it with a tablespoon of nut butter like almond butter or peanut butter. The combination of fruit and nut butter offers a good balance of natural sugars, fiber, and healthy fats.
7. Mini vegetable frittatas
Prepare bite-sized vegetable frittatas by filling up the inside of a bell pepper or in muffin tins using eggs, chopped veggies like spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms, and a sprinkle of cheese. Bake them in the oven until set, and you'll have a delicious and protein-packed snack.
8. Overnight oats
Prepare a jar of overnight oats by combining rolled oats, your choice of milk, a sweetener like honey or maple syrup, and your favorite toppings such as berries, nuts, or seeds. Let it sit in the fridge overnight, and it'll be ready to enjoy in the morning or as a midnight snack.
Remember to listen to your body's hunger cues and choose snacks that align with your dietary preferences and nutritional needs. Trust me when I understand just how difficult it is to diet, but thankfully with these mini recipes I still manage to stay within my caloric intake everyday.