8 Delicious And Healthy Savoury Snack Recipes For A Quick Hunger Fix

Cutting out snacks is a great idea to keep your health in check. But what to do when hunger pangs strike between meals? You don’t have to cry with despair. We found some delicious, easy, and healthy savoury snack recipes that are perfect for a quick hunger fix. Yes, these snacks are actually good for you.

1. Baked Zucchini Fries with Yogurt Aioli

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Ingredients:

For zucchini fries:

2 medium zucchini

3/4 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup parmesan cheese

1/2 tbsp Italian herbs

Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

2 eggs, beaten

For yogurt aioli:

200 grams low-fat plain yogurt

1-2 garlic cloves, crushed

Lemon juice, to taste

Salt, to taste

Method:

Start by preheating the oven to 220°C (425°F). Line a baking tray with aluminium foil and lightly spray it with oil. Then, cut the ends of the zucchini and cut into sticks to make thick fries. Next, place the breadcrumbs, cheese, and herbs in a small bowl and mix until everything is combined. Start dipping the zucchini sticks in the beaten egg one by one and then roll into the breadcrumbs to coat. Gently shake to remove loose breadcrumbs and transfer the zucchini sticks to the prepared baking tray. After that, season the zucchini fries with salt and pepper, if desired, and lightly spray with cooking spray. Let it bake for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Meanwhile, start preparing the yogurt aioli by placing the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl and then mix well to combine. Serve the baked zucchini fries hot with the yogurt aioli, and enjoy this delicious and healthy snack!

2. Guacamole with Crunchy Vegetables

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Ingredients:

3 ripe avocados

1 lime

1–2 cloves of garlic, grated or finely minced

Large pinch of salt

Choice of vegetables cut into slices (carrots, celery, cucumber, bell peppers)

Method:

Start by cutting the avocados and discarding the pit. Use a spoon or your thumb to remove the flesh and place it into a medium-sized bowl. Next, cut the lime in half and squeeze both halves into the bowl with the avocado. Make sure there are no seeds in the bowl. Add the garlic and salt, and use a fork gently to mash the avocado till it becomes a paste. Stir all ingredients together and serve with a side of crunchy vegetables of your choice.

3. Lazy Devilled Eggs

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Ingredients:

1 tbsp white vinegar

6 large eggs

For classic deviled eggs:

1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard – 1/8 tsp per egg half

12 thin pickle slices – 1 slice per egg half

Pinch of paprika and black pepper

For smoky chipotle deviled eggs:

1 tbsp chipotle aioli – 1/4 tsp per egg half

12 small cilantro leaves

Pinch of paprika

For spicy deviled eggs:

1 tbsp mayonnaise – 1/4 tsp per egg half

A squeeze of Sriracha per egg

1 tsp sesame seeds – a pinch per egg half

Method:

Take a medium-sized pot, add the vinegar, and fill it half full with water. Bring it to a boil over high heat and then reduce the heat to medium. To this, add the eggs and cook for exactly 6 and 1/2 minutes. Meanwhile, fill a medium-sized bowl with ice cubes and water. Then, using a slotted spoon, remove the eggs from the pot and place them in the ice water, and let them cool for 2 minutes. Once cool, remove the shell from the eggs and rinse each egg under cold running water to remove any bits of shell. Cut the eggs in half and top with the classic, chipotle, or spicy deviled eggs toppings. A healthy and savoury snack recipe that you can try even on busy weekdays!

4. Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

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Ingredients:

500 grams cherry tomatoes

500 grams fresh mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup torn basil leaves

3 tbsp olive oil

4 tsp balsamic vinegar

Kosher salt or sea salt, to taste

Method:

Start by cutting the cherry tomatoes and mozzarella into bite-sized pieces. Take a medium-sized bowl and combine cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, olive oil, salt, pepper, and basil. Add a splash of balsamic vinegar before serving, and you are good to go!

5. Sweet Potato Hash Browns

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Ingredients:

1 medium sweet potato

2 tbsp ghee

1 onion

Salt and pepper, to taste

Method:

Start by washing and peeling the sweet potato and then grate it by hand or in a food processor. Next, peel the onion and finely dice or grate it and stir it together with the grated sweet potato. To this, add salt and pepper to taste and mix well. Take a skillet and heat ghee on medium heat. Grab a small handful of the sweet potato and place it in the skillet. Gently push down with a spatula and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the edges are crispy. Flip and cook an additional 2-3 minutes till it is done. Serve immediately with a half-fried egg on top or as a side to some scrambled eggs.

6. Curried Baked Carrot Chips

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Ingredients:

1 large carrot peeled

1 tsp olive oil

1/2 tsp sweet curry powder

Salt and pepper, to taste

Method:

Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a large, rimmed baking sheet with olive oil or cooking spray.

Hold the small end of the carrot and peel paper-thin carrot strips. Place these carrot strips in a large bowl and toss in olive oil, curry powder, salt, and pepper, and mix well. Transfer the strips to the baking sheet in a single layer without overlapping them. Now, bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the chips are just starting to brown. Place the baking sheet on a wire rack and cool until the chips are crisp. Carefully remove chips from the baking sheet and eat right away with your favourite dip. You can also store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

7. Chicken and Vegetable Sausage Rolls

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8. Roasted Broccoli

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Ingredients:

1 head of broccoli

2 tbsp olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan

1 lemon, juiced

Salt and pepper, to taste

Method:

Start by preheating the oven to 425 degrees. Next, remove the individual florets from the head of broccoli and cut them into bite-sized pieces. On a baking sheet, toss the broccoli florets in olive oil and minced garlic and season with salt and pepper. Spread them in an even layer on the baking sheet. Now, bake in the oven for 20 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and slightly browned. Lastly, garnish it with freshly shaved parmesan and a squeeze of lemon and serve immediately. You can also serve your favourite sauce or dip with the broccoli.