Key things to look for on the package when trying to determine what can be healthy protein snacks:

• Ingredients: Above all avoid any mention of seed oils like canola, soybean, safflower, or sunflower oil.
• Added Sugars: Choose options with little to no added sugar.
• Preservatives & Additives: Moreover look for simple ingredient lists with whole foods as the main ingredients.
• Fat Source: Prefer snacks with healthy fats like olive oil, avocado oil, or nuts.

Protein Snacks (No Seed Oils): 

All snacks maintain the focus on high-protein, clean ingredients without seed oils.

Grass-Fed Beef Jerky

• Look for: “Grass-fed” and “No added sugars”
• Brands: Chomps, PaleoValley, Epic Provisions

Turkey Jerky

• Look for: “No MSG” and “Made with no vegetable oils” 
• Brands: Chomps, The New Primal

Tuna or Salmon Pouches

• Look for: “Packed in olive oil or water” (avoid soybean or canola oil)
• Brands: Wild Planet, Safe Catch

Hard-Boiled Eggs

• Look for: “Pasture-raised” or “Free-range”
• Brands: Vital Farms (also in convenient pre-boiled packages)

Greek Yogurt (Plain)

• Look for: “No added sugars” and “Live active cultures”
• Brands: Nancy’s Organic, FAGE, Stonyfield Organic

Cottage Cheese

• Look for: “No additives or gums”
• Brands: Good Culture, Organic Valley

Nut Butters

• Look for: “Made with just nuts and salt”
• Brands: Georgia Grinders, Artisana Organics, Wild Friends

Almonds or Other Nuts

• Look for: “Dry-roasted or raw” (avoid roasted in vegetable or seed oils)
• Brands: Simple Truth (dry roasted), Planters (dry roasted)

Protein Bars (No Seed Oils)

• Look for: “No soy or vegetable oils” and “Minimal ingredients”
• Brands: RXBAR, Primal Kitchen, PaleoValley

Hummus (Avocado Oil-Based)

• Look for: “Made with olive oil or avocado oil”
• Brands: Siete Foods, Hope Foods

Protein Powder 

• Look for: Made with clean ingredients” and “No artificial sweeteners”
• Brands: Earth Fed Muscle (variety of flavors like chocolate, vanilla, etc.)

 

Snack Prep Ideas:

Protein-Packed Snack Boxes

Ingredients:

• Vital Farms Hard-Boiled Eggs
• Sargento Natural Cheese Slices
• Chomps Grass-Fed Beef Sticks
• Simple Truth Almonds (dry roasted)

Prep Tip: Pack everything into separate compartments or containers for easy grab-and-go snacks throughout the day.

Tuna & Avocado Snack Cups

Ingredients:

• Wild Planet Tuna Packet (packed in olive oil)
• Fresh avocado
• Carrot sticks

Prep Tip: Mash avocado and mix with tuna. Store in small containers, also pair with carrot sticks for a satisfying snack or light meal.

Greek Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients:

• Nancy’s Organic Greek Yogurt (plain)
• Wildway Grain-Free Granola
• Fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries)
• Honey (optional)

Prep Tip: Layer yogurt and berries in mason jars. Furthermore add honey for sweetness. Keep granola separate until ready to eat to prevent it from getting soggy.

Cottage Cheese Power Bowl

Ingredients:

• Good Culture Cottage Cheese
• Simple Truth Almonds (dry roasted)
• Fresh berries (optional)
• Honey or cinnamon (optional)

Prep Tip: Mix cottage cheese with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a handful of almonds. Also add fresh berries and honey for an extra flavor boost.

Protein Balls (No-Bake)

Ingredients:

• Earth Fed Muscle Protein Powder
• Georgia Grinders Almond Butter
• Honey
• Simple Truth Almonds (chopped)
• Dark chocolate chips (optional)

Prep Tip: In a bowl, combine protein powder, almond butter, honey, chopped almonds, and chocolate chips. Lastly, roll into balls and refrigerate for a few hours for easy protein-packed snacks.

Hummus & Veggie Snack Packs

Ingredients:

• Siete Foods Hummus (avocado oil-based)
• Carrot sticks
• Cucumber slices
• Bell pepper strips

Prep Tip: Pre-slice the veggies and pack them with small containers of hummus. Also, this can be a quick lunch or snack to dip into hummus.

Quick Protein Shakes

Ingredients:

• Earth Fed Muscle Protein Powder (your preferred flavor)
• Water, almond milk, or coconut milk

Prep Tip: Firstly, blend the protein powder with your choice of liquid. Also, for extra flavor, add a spoonful of peanut butter or half a banana. Pre-make the powder mix in shaker bottles for easy access throughout the day.

Hope you enjoy these healthy protein snacks!

Expedition Wellness Collective