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The Snack That Makes It Easy to Be Green
Snack: Go Raw Sweet Spirulina Bites, $5.49
Protein punch: 3 grams per 160 calories
Blue-green algae doesn't sound like something you should eat, but when it comes to spirulina (yes, a type of algae), you should dig in. This stealth source of protein also delivers vitamin B12, iron and lots of other good-for-you nutrients. And, while you may not be ready to fish algae out of a pond (please don't do that), we bet you'll gobble up these dessert-like treats that are naturally sweetened with dates, banana and coconut.
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The Snack You Need If Potato Chips Just Aren't Cutting It
Snack: Revival Soy Chips, $6.50
Protein punch: 7 grams per 110 calories
Soy: Not just for tofu and milk substitutes. Veg-heads have known forever that soy is an excellent replacement for meat, and these Chex-like chips make a pretty good case for enjoying soy as a snack too. Despite being light as air, they'll still fill you up with 7 grams of protein per serving -- and unlike chips, they won't weigh you down with saturated fat.
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The Snack That Will Make You Forget About Peanuts
Snack: Biena Chickpea Snacks, $4.49
Protein punch: 6 grams per 130 calories
Chickpeas are such nutritional powerhouses, we're in favor of adding them to just about any recipe. But if we can enjoy them on their own -- sans cooking -- even better. With a healthy helping of protein, 24 percent of your daily recommended fiber and 70 percent less fat than a serving of peanuts, this snack seems to check all of the boxes. And it hits us with the crunchy-salty combo that we find totally irresistible.
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The Snack That Won't Quite Get You High
Snack: Navitas Naturals Blueberry Hemp Power Snacks, $9.99
Protein punch: 4 grams per 130 calories
Even if you're not a fan of using hemp, ahem, recreationally, you still might want it in your diet. Hempseeds not only serve up protein (about 10 grams per a three-tablespoon serving), but they contain healthy omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. And, with this packaged snack, you'll eat up all of those perks, along with the benefits of antioxidant-packed blueberries.
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The Snack That Will Make You Forget All About Cheese Puffs
Snack: I Heart Keenwah Quinoa Puffs
Protein punch: 5 grams per 120 calories
Unless you've been living under a rock (or just thousands of miles from a Whole Foods), you probably have some sense of how good quinoa is for you. It's chock-full of protein, and it's super versatile. Case in point: This twist on cheese puffs. While this snack may stir fond memories of grade school lunches, unlike the junk food staple, it'll satisfy with protein and won't bog you down with empty calories.