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Healthy Back to School Snacks

VASA Fitness
Jul. 17, 2024 / VASA Admin
Healthy Back to School Snacks

When kids get home after the last bell rings, help them refuel with snacks that are as delicious as they are nutritious. Here are a few ideas that are quick to prepare and packed with nutrients to satisfy every hungry kiddo until dinner time!

 

Chocolate peanut butter protein balls on a wooden board.

 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup rolled oats 
  • 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder 
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter 
  • 1/4 cup honey (or agave syrup) 
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips 

Directions 

  1. Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
  2. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Place in refrigerator to set for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

 

Strawberry banana smoothie in a glass jar mug with fresh fruit beside it

 

Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups frozen strawberries 
  • 2 cups frozen pineapple chunks 
  • 1 medium banana 
  • 2 cups almond milk 

Directions 

  1. Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!

 

Quino pizza bites

 

Quinoa Pizza Bites 

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup cooked quinoa 
  • ¼ cup gluten free breadcrumbs 
  • ½ cup shredded cheese 
  • Handful spinach or kale, chopped 
  • ¼ cup chopped tomatoes 
  • 1 egg 
  • ½ tsp garlic powder 
  • ¼ tsp salt 
  • 1/8 tsp pepper 
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning 
  • Your favorite pizza sauce or marinara sauce for dipping 

Directions 

  1. Cook quinoa as directed. We like to do 1 cup of quinoa to 2 cups of broth or water and cook it slowly to keep the quinoa fluffy.
  2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  3. Lay out a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
  4. Mix all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on parchment paper, leaving about an inch between the balls.
  5. Bake for 13-16 minutes, turning halfway through for even cooking.
  6. Dip in your favorite pizza or marinara sauce and enjoy!