10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays

Healthy Meal Ideas, Healthy Recipes and Nutrition
on May 11, 2017

We’ve all been there: Around 2 p.m., the cravings take over! Combat that afternoon hunger with a punch of protein. Here are 10 healthy snacks to keep you full and fuel you to finish out the day!

 

Peanut Butter Protein Snack Mix

Peanut Butter Protein Snack Mix

24 Carrot Life

This sweet-and-salty snack mix wakes you up with a generous coating of protein powder and sugar.

 

Maple Pecan Protein Cookies

High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | Maple Pecan Protein Cookies

Chantelle Zakariasen

These almond butter-based cookies are just the afternoon pick-me-up you’re looking for!

 

Lemon Coconut Energy Balls

10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | Lemon Coconut Energy Balls

Happy Healthy Mama

These no bake bites are low in sugar and oh-so-easy to make.

 

Chickpea Salad with Lemon Mint Vinaigrette

10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | Chickpea Salad with Lemon-Mint Vinaigrette

Alice Currah

This bright and fresh vegetarian bean salad makes a delightful mid-morning or afternoon snack! Just one cup of chickpeas boasts 12 grams of protein.

 

Protein Peanut Butter Cups

10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | Protein Peanut Butter Cups

Fit Foodie Finds

You’re only four ingredients away from this good-for-you take on a candy favorite.

 

Skinny Spinach Dip Cups

10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | Skinny Spinach Dip Cup

Dashing Dish

Make a large batch of these wonton wrapper cups and warm up a serving whenever you need an afternoon boost.

 

Apple Cinnamon Protein Cookies

10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | Apple Cinnamon Protein Cookies

Eat the Gains

These apple cinnamon cookies are high in protein and low in sugar.

 

Salt and Vinegar Roasted Edamame

10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | Salt and Vinegar Roasted Edamame

Emilie Eats

Capturing a classic flavor combo, this crispy edamame is packed with 9 grams of protein per half cup.

 

Sweet and Salty Energy Bites

Sweet and Salty Energy Bites

Gimme Some Oven

These no-bake bites are packed with almonds, coconut flakes, flaxseed and more!

 

High Protein Double Chocolate Muffins

10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | High Protein Double Chocolate Muffins

Foodie Fiasco

Protein + double chocolate—need we say more?

 

5 Ingredient Peanut Butter Energy Bites

10 High-Protein Snacks for Busy Workdays | Peanut Butter Energy Bites

Chef Savvy

These peanut butter chocolate bites pair well with an afternoon cup of tea—enjoy!