When kids get home after the last bell rings, help them refuel with snacks that are as delicious as they are nutritious. Here are a few ideas that are quick to prepare and packed with nutrients to satisfy every hungry kiddo until dinner time!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup honey (or agave syrup)
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Directions
- Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Place in refrigerator to set for 10-15 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen strawberries
- 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 medium banana
- 2 cups almond milk
Directions
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Quinoa Pizza Bites
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- ¼ cup gluten free breadcrumbs
- ½ cup shredded cheese
- Handful spinach or kale, chopped
- ¼ cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 egg
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Your favorite pizza sauce or marinara sauce for dipping
Directions
- Cook quinoa as directed. We like to do 1 cup of quinoa to 2 cups of broth or water and cook it slowly to keep the quinoa fluffy.
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Lay out a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
- Mix all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on parchment paper, leaving about an inch between the balls.
- Bake for 13-16 minutes, turning halfway through for even cooking.
- Dip in your favorite pizza or marinara sauce and enjoy!
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