24 Vegetarian Snacks That’ll Keep You Satisfied
Updated: Apr. 11, 2024
Bored with plain baby carrots and celery sticks? These crunchy, healthy vegetarian snacks will keep you coming back for more!
Chili Lime Chickpeas
Here’s a spicy, crunchy vegetarian snack made from pantry staples you already have. Chickpeas are rich in fiber and protein to satisfy any snack craving, and each bean is bursting with flavor. One serving contains 178 calories, 8 grams of fat, 6 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein.
Garbanzo Stuffed Mini Peppers
If you’re looking for an easy afternoon snack, a serving of hearty garbanzo stuffed peppers will please vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. They’re quick, flavorful and a good source of plant-based protein. Each pepper has 15 calories and 1 gram of protein, so feel free to load up.
Bada Bean Bada Boom Snacks
This variety pack of Bada Bean snacks ($22) contains 24 bags of roasted fava bean crisps. Fava beans are rich in nutrients and have been linked with improved digestion and lower cholesterol levels. Each bag contains 100 calories and 7 grams of protein to fill you up without weighing you down.
Spicy Edamame
This legume is crazy delicious when you cook it with ginger, garlic and red pepper flakes. Edamame is rich in fiber, antioxidants and vitamin K; it’s also one of the foods anti-aging experts eat every day. Each serving has 52 calories, 2 grams of fat, 2 grams of fiber and 4 grams of protein.
Mushroom Jerky
Curb your hunger between meals with surprisingly tasty mushroom jerky ($8). This vegan snack is seasoned with savory spices like soy sauce and white pepper and can be tossed in your bag for healthy snacking on the go. One bag contains 288 calories, 12 grams of fat, 17 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein.
Mixed Berry Sundaes
This feels like a special treat but is healthy enough for every day. Loaded with protein from Greek yogurt and walnuts, one parfait will keep you full and energized until dinner. Each serving has 160 calories, 5 grams of fat and a whopping 10 grams of protein.
Fresh Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips
This is the perfect late-night snack with a hint of sweetness. The fruit salsa packs seven types of fresh fruit! One serving contains 124 calories, 4 grams of fat, 25 grams of carbs and 2 grams of protein.
Kibo Chickpea Chips
When salty cravings strike, skip the potato chips and reach for nutritious chickpea chips ($20 for 12 bags). They’re crunchy and flavorful with only 110 calories and 3 grams of fat and 7 grams of plant-based protein per serving.
Stuffed Asiago Basil Mushrooms
If you’re new to cooking vegetarian recipes, start with these stuffed Asiago basil mushrooms. They’re savory and satisfying; you’ll never miss the meat. One mushroom has 35 calories, 3 grams of fat, 2 grams of carbs and 2 grams of protein.
Mixed Nuts
One of the easiest sources of vegetarian protein is a handful of mixed nuts. A snack of nuts keeps us full because they’re rich in healthy fats and protein. One-quarter cup of salted mixed nuts contains 203 calories, 17 grams of fat, 3 grams of fiber and 6 grams of protein.
Veggie Go’s
Who said vegetarian snacking had to be boring? Veggie Go’s ($13) taste like sweet fruit snacks and each bag contains a full serving of fruits and vegetables. One pack has 50 calories, 1 gram of protein and 1 gram of fiber.
Check out our other favorite vegan snacks on Amazon!
Strawberry-Carrot Smoothies
Not a fan of veggies? Hide them in a fresh fruit smoothie. This strawberry-carrot smoothie is the tastiest way to eat your vegetables, and the Greek yogurt makes it a filling vegetarian snack. One smoothie has 141 calories, 2 grams of fat and 10 grams of fiber.
Roasted Greek Potatoes with Feta Cheese
Wondering what vegetables are good to snack on? Look for hearty options with tons of flavor. Roasting Yukon gold potatoes with fresh herbs and feta cheese is the perfect afternoon snack to tide you over until dinner. Each serving has 308 calories, 15 grams of fat, 3 grams of fiber and 5 grams of protein.
Almond Butter Stuffed Dates
Stuffed dates aren’t just for fancy party appetizers; this vegetarian finger food is a quick, sweet snack for that 4 p.m. slump. To prepare, use a plastic bag with the corner cut off to fill pitted dates with almond butter. Two stuffed dates have about 233 calories.
Triple Tomato Flatbread
Next time you find yourself starving midafternoon, treat yourself to this rich and hearty vegetarian snack. Triple tomato flatbread combines fresh tomatoes with basil and Asiago cheese to satisfy any craving without weighing you down. One serving has 235 calories, 9 grams of fat, 29 grams of carbs and 8 grams of protein.
Mediterranean Eggplant Dip
Looking to add more veggies to your diet but not sure where to start? Trick your taste buds with creamy eggplant dip. You won’t even notice all the nutrients as you munch away. One serving of dip has 77 calories, 5 grams of fat, 2 grams of fiber and 3 grams of protein. Serve with fresh veggies or crisp pita chips.
Frozen Berry Yogurt Swirls
Be the parent of the year when you pull out this mouthwatering after-school snack. Frozen Greek yogurt and berries never tasted (or looked) so good. Each popsicle has 60 calories, 0 grams of fat and 6 grams of fill-you-up protein.
Granola Bites
When you don’t have time for a real lunch, toss these Granola Bites ($5) in your bag. They’ll keep you fueled all afternoon with 6 grams of protein and 11 grams of whole grains per serving. Enjoy them on their own or sprinkled over Greek yogurt.
Spinach and Cheese Quesadilla
When your pantry is looking bare, whip up this 3-ingredient vegetarian snack that always satisfies. Grab a whole wheat tortilla and sprinkle reduced-fat cheddar cheese and fresh spinach for a healthy snack in 30 seconds. One serving has about 266 calories.
Avocado Toast
Avocado makes everything better; especially toast! Spread mashed avocado over whole wheat toast and sprinkle with garlic salt or crushed red pepper flakes. One slice has about 150 calories, 5 grams of fiber, 4 grams of protein and 5 grams of healthy monounsaturated fat. This is how to make perfect avocado toast, according to our Test Kitchen.
Colorful Quinoa Salad
If you’re meal prepping this weekend, be sure to add this colorful quinoa salad to your list. It’s fast to prepare and keeps well all week. Quinoa provides tons of healthy protein for vegetarians, too. One serving has 143 calories, 5 grams of fat, 3 grams of fiber and 4 grams of protein. Don’t miss these other protein-packed vegetarian meals.
Popcorn with Nutritional Yeast
It’s time for a Netflix binge with this high-fiber snack to fill you up and aid in digestion. Air-popped popcorn with a sprinkle of nutritional yeast tastes like cheese popcorn without all the extra fat and calories. Two cups have about 92 calories and 2 grams of fiber.
Banana with Natural Peanut Butter
This vegetarian snack so simple that you’ve probably forgotten how tasty it is. A sliced banana with a tablespoon of peanut butter has about 201 calories. Enjoy this quick snack on-the-go or freeze the slices for a cool treat.
Protein Bites
When you just need something sweet, reach for these I-can’t-believe-it’s-not-cookie-dough protein bites ($25 for 12 bags). With flavors like cocoa + orange and lemon + pistachio, you’ll want to grab the variety pack. Each bag contains 156 calories, 6 grams of fiber and 10 grams of protein.
Originally Published: January 09, 2020
