The paleo diet is a prevalent way of eating that excludes processed foods, refined sugar, grains, artificial sweeteners, dairy derivatives, and legumes. It’s meant to emulate how human ancestors ate, but with a modern twist.
Here are ten easy and tasty snacks that suit a paleo diet.
Ranch-flavored roasted almonds
Toss 4 cups (564 grams) of raw almonds with four tablespoons of olive oil, one tablespoon of nutritional yeast, a dash of paprika, and one teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried chives, and dried parsley.
Bake at 335℉ (163℃) for 20–25 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent burning.
Cashew butter and blackberry chia pudding
To make chia pudding, combine two tablespoons of chia seeds with 1/2 cup (125 ml) of non-dairy milk in a jar and stir. Add maple syrup or vanilla extract to taste, and let the pudding sit in your refrigerator for at least 6 hours to let the seeds absorb the liquid.
Top with a tablespoon of cashew butter and fresh blackberries for a delicious, healthy snack.
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Paleo-friendly protein bars
Primal Kitchen collagen bars, Bulletproof collagen protein bars, Rxbars, Epic performance bars, and Patterbars can all be consumed on a paleo diet.
Whole fruit
Whole fruits like apples, pears, bananas, and oranges make excellent portable snacks if you observe the paleo diet. Fruits are loaded with fiber and potent plant compounds that help reduce inflammation and lessen your risk of chronic disease.
Adding fresh fruit to your diet can help you lose extra body fat and support healthy body weight over time.
Fruit can be paired with other nutritious, filling foods like nuts, seeds, or nut butter and be readily enjoyed when running errands or at home or work.
Avocado stuffed with egg salad
Avocados are celebrated for their unique nutrient content and health benefits. For example, eating avocados has been associated with decreased weight, blood sugar levels, and heart disease risk factors like LDL (bad) cholesterol. Eggs are also highly nutritional and may reduce hunger, stabilize blood sugar levels, and increase HDL (good) cholesterol. Combining the two by stuffing half of an avocado with a few tablespoons of egg salad makes a nutritious, paleo-friendly snack that keeps you full for hours.
Turkey sticks
Turkey is an ideal source of protein, B vitamins, and minerals, such as zinc and selenium. Paleovally brand offers turkey sticks made from pasture-raised turkey, which may include more beneficial omega-3 fatty acids than conventionally-raised turkey.
Coconut yogurt parfait
Look for unsweetened coconut yogurt and alternate coatings of yogurt with fresh berries, pumpkin seeds, cacao nibs, and unsweetened coconut flakes for a nutrient-dense, paleo-friendly parfait.
Banana boats with almond butter
Bananas are transportable fruits packed with fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium, magnesium, and manganese.
To make a tasty, delightful snack, cut a medium-sized banana lengthwise and top each half with a tablespoon of almond butter. Combining high-fiber bananas and protein-packed almond butter makes a good snack for paleo dieters.
Bestrew with additional ingredients like unsweetened coconut flakes, salted sunflower seeds, cacao nibs, cinnamon, or paleo-friendly granola to boost crunch and flavor.
Homemade coconut-cashew bars
Creating your paleo-approved snack bars doesn’t have to be complicated.
To make coconut-cashew bars, combine 1 cup (120 grams) of raw cashews, 1.5 cups (340 grams) of pitted dates, 3/4 cup (64 grams) unsweetened coconut flakes, and one tablespoon of melted coconut oil and pulse in a high-speed blender until a rough dough forms.
Press the mixture into a parchment-paper-lined pan and refrigerate until firm. Cut into pieces and enjoy.
Grain-free crackers with cashew cheese
With the rage of grain-free diets on the rise, many businesses make grain-free crackers perfect for paleo dieters. Crackers made from flax seeds, nut flour, and even cauliflower are available online in specialty grocery stores. Whip up a dairy-free cheese dip to pair with your crackers by pulsing soaked cashews, salt, pepper, healthy yeast, and spices of your choice with a bit of water in a food processor until it reaches a hummus-like consistency.
Conclusion
Though the paleo diet prohibits certain foods, such as dairy, grains, and processed items, you can purchase or craft many healthy, tasty paleo snack options. Those including whole, nutrient-dense ingredients like vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and filling proteins are always the best choice. Try out some of the tasty snacks listed above to add taste and assortment to your paleo eating pattern.
