The Healthiest Snacks Under 300 Calories

A healthy snack should give you all the energy you need until the next meal. A high-protein snack is best to help you feel satiated and keep your blood sugar levels stable. Aim for a snack that is less than 300 calories to prevent weight gain. Prepare your snacks in advance and pack them with you when heading off to work or school.

Apple, Cheese and Nuts

Enjoy a medium apple with 1 oz. of sharp cheddar cheese and 1/2 oz. of walnuts for a total of 288 calories, 10 g of protein, 19 g of fat, 23 g of carbs and 5 g of fiber. The apple provides healthy carbs, while the cheese and nuts are a good source of satiating protein and fat. Substitute the cheese or nuts for the same serving of your favorite cheese or nuts of comparable calorie counts. Or replace the apple with 1 cup of grapes and the calorie content of your snack will be less than 300 calories.

Smoked Salmon, Avocado and Cream Cheese

Use smoked salmon to prepare delicious protein-packed snack rolls. Spread the smoked salmon with cream cheese, garnish with slices of avocado, roll and enjoy. If you use 2 oz. of smoked salmon, 1/2 of a medium avocado and 1 tbsp. of cream cheese, your snack will provide a total of 283 calories, 14 g of protein, 22 g of fat, 7 g of carbs and 4 g of fiber. Most of the fats in this healthy snack come from the heart-healthy omega-3 and monounsaturated fatty acids found in salmon and avocado, respetively. Watch the sodium content of the smoked salmon; if blood pressure is an issue for you, replace smoked salmon with fresh raw salmon instead. Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or sticks of red bell pepper, cucumber or carrots without significantly changing the calorie content.

Cottage Cheese Surprise

To prepare this snack, choose a cottage cheese with the lowest sodium content. Mix 1/2 cup of cottage cheese with 1/2 cup to 1 cup of sliced fresh strawberries and 1 tbsp. of almond butter. Substitute the strawberries for other berries or fruit and vary the nut butter, if you like. This snack contains 223 calories, 18 g of protein, 11 g of fat, 17 g of carbs and 4 g of fiber.

Deviled Eggs

For handy snack options, keep a few hard-boiled eggs in your refrigerator. Peel two hard-boiled eggs, slice them in half and scoop out the yolks. Mash the two egg yolks with 1 tbsp. of mayonnaise, salt, pepper and seasoning of your choice. Spoon the egg yolk mixture back into the egg whites and enjoy. This snack contains 250 calories, 13 g of protein, 22 g of fat, 1 g of carbs and no fiber. Add a few lettuce leaves or raw vegetables to increase your fiber intake. Select eggs from pastured hens because of their higher vitamin D, omega-3, vitamin A and antioxidant content.