It’s 3:00 PM and your stomach is growling. Although your lunch salad was delicious, it didn’t fully appeal to you today.
If you follow a keto diet and eat high-fat foods with the right amount of protein and plenty of fibrous vegetables, hopefully this won’t happen too often. But sometimes, the need for a snack is unavoidable.
Ideally, you should approach snacks with the same philosophy as eating.
“A good keto-friendly snack is balanced with high-quality protein, healthy fats and a minimal source of carbohydrates,” said Ariana Kukuza, a dietitian at the Center for Functional Medicine. “It should be something that fuels the body and sustains it until the next meal.”
Whole seeds and nuts, for example, are good choices. Walnuts, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts are the most nutritious options, according to Kukuza, while peanuts (which are actually a legume) have a less appealing fat content.
If you’re tired of regular nuts, try roasting them with spices like cinnamon, rosemary, chili, or turmeric.
Store-bought seed crackers and vegetables topped with guacamole or nut “cheese” are also delicious, all-round options.
