Protein Rich Snacks

Snack time is the problematic time for almost every mom. Snacks and junk are like equivalents, so something that is healthy or even looks healthy (like anything that is green) is flatly refused by kids. Not just kids, even grown ups prefer junk food when it comes to snack time. But did you know that there are many snacks that can be counted as junk are also nutritious? Protein rich snacks fall in this category. As we all know, protein is one of the nutrients required by the body. Protein helps to boost the immune system, it also helps to build bones and muscles, which is why it is very important for kids. People who are trying to lose weight, should also opt for protein rich foods as it helps to keep you lean. The following are some high protein snacks.

High Protein Snacks

• Roasted tofu
• Beef Jerky
• Smoothies
• Rice cakes
• Crackers and hummus
• Peanut butter sandwich
• English muffins
• Fresh fruits with vanilla or plain yogurt
• Egg rolls
• Pretzels
• Cheese swirls
• Macaroni cheese
• Bean salad
• Roasted nuts
• Protein bars

Protein Rich Snacks Recipes

Spaghetti with Bacon and Peas Sauce

Ingredients

• Spaghetti, 300 g
• Streaky bacon, rind removed, sliced, 6
• Fresh or frozen peas, 1 cup
• Olive oil, plus extra to drizzle, 1 tbs
• Chopped parsley, ¼ cup
• Thin cream, 300 ml
• Grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup (100 g)
• Garlic cloves, crushed, 2
• Cheese, 80 g

Process

Firstly, cook pasta in salted water, in boiling water or as per the instructions given on the pack. Drain thoroughly then toss in little olive oil. Heat oil in a large skillet, add bacon to it, cook until golden and crisp. Next add garlic, peas and simple cheese, stir on low heat until cheese melts. Season with plenty of black pepper and salt, add half the mixture to cooked Parmesan and half to parsley, add cooked spaghetti and toss. Serve with remaining parsley and cheese, drizzle little olive oil on top.

Tuna Sandwich

Ingredients

• Tuna, water packed, drained, 1 can (6 ounces)
• Whole wheat bread, 4 slices
• Mayonnaise, 2 tbsp
• Sweet relish, 2 tbsp
• Crushed pineapple, drained, 1 tbsp
• Mustard, 1 tsp
• Ground cinnamon, 1/8 tsp
• Celery stalk, chopped finely, 1

Process

Firstly combine celery, relish, mayonnaise, tuna, cinnamon, mustard and pineapple, mix well. Now take two slices of bread, spread sufficient portion of tuna mixture on it, top it with remaining slices of bread, set aside. Coat a medium-sized skillet with cooking spray. Grill the sandwich on in for about 2 - 3 minutes, on each sides, or until browned. Serve immediately with ketchup.

Almond Shake

Ingredients

• 50 g Almonds (soaked for 40 min - 60 min and skin removed)
• 12 tsp Sugar
• 4 cups Milk
• Saffron few strands

Process

To make almond shake, grinds almonds until a smooth paste. Bring milk to a boil, and then add the almond paste to it, let the mixture heat for about 2 - 3 minutes on medium heat, add sugar, heat further. Let cool, then whip in a mixer to form lather. Add a pinch of saffron strands or powder. Chill and then serve.

These were some of the yummiest protein rich snacks. You can try all the above mentioned recipes, and also create your own recipes with the given ideas. Also add your kid's favorite ingredients to it, so as to make it personalized!