5 Macro-Friendly Snack Boxes You Should Try
Let's be honest, the typical pre-packed food or protein shake and a bag of nuts gets old fast, and are not hearty enough for a legitimate snack when that tummy starts rumbling around 3 PM.
So, today we came up with 5 super easy, macro friendly snack boxes that you can take to work, on-the-go or to your kids' soccer practice!
The Veggie-Deli Snack Box
The Veggie-Deli Snack Box
We all remember the deli sandwiches that mom or dad used to pack us before our soccer practice, so to save some macros we decided to create a healthier alternative to the childhood sample!
Total Macros: F-9g; C-29g; P-33g.
Calories: 329
Ingredients:
Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken Breast (112 grams) — F-2g; C-2g; P-20g.
Red & Green Grapes (30 grams each) — F-0g; C-10g; P-0g.
Carrots (50 grams) — F-0g; C-4g; P-0g.
Celery (50 grams) — F-0g; C-2g; P-0g.
Bolthouse Ranch Dressing (30 grams) — F-3g; C-3g; P-1g.
Lavash Pita Chips (32 grams) — F-1.5g; C-8g; P-5g.
Light String Cheese Bites (1 string) — F-2.5g; C-0g; P-7g.
The Tex-Mex Snack Box
The Tex-Mex Snack Box
Let's be honest, we are always looking for an excuse to eat Mexican food even when it's not on Taco Tuesday. So to help cure that craving for some Mexican food, we put together a super macro-friendly Tex-Mex option for you!
Total Macros: F-4g; C-33.5g; P-15g.
Calories: 230
Ingredients:
Mango (90 grams) — F-0g; C-13.5g; P-1g.
String Cheese Bites (1 string) — F-2.5g; C-0g; P-7g.
Red & Green Bell Peppers (50 grams each) — F-0g; C-10g; P-2g.
Fresh Deli Salsa (58 grams) — F-0g; C-2g; P-0g.
Lavash Pita Chips (32 grams) — F-1.5g; C-8g; P-5g.
The Mountain Snack Box
The Mountain Snack Box
Since we live in the heart of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado Springs, Colorado, we had to make a mountain-inspired snack box for those days you're feeling outdoorsy... or just want to eat it!
Total Macros: F-17g; C-46.5g; P-21g.
Calories: 423
Ingredients:
Vans Waffles (1 waffle) — F-2.5g; C-15g; P-1g.
Peanut Butter (Wild Friends - 1/2 of the individual packet) — F-8g; C-3.5g; P-4g.
Turkey Jerky (Perky Jerky - 28 grams) — F-0.5g; C-8g; P-10g.
Blueberry (40 grams); Raspberries (40 grams); Almonds (10 grams) — F-6g; C-20g; P-6g.
The Greek Snack Box
The Greek Snack Box
Who doesn't love a delicious Greek gyro? We decided to swap some of the ingredients to make a delicious Greek-inspired snack box that will keep your taste buds happy!
Total Macros: F-5g; C-30g; P-13g.
Calories: 217
Ingredients:
Red & Green Grapes (30 grams each) — F-0g; C-10g; P-0g.
Joseph's Pita Bread (1 pita) —F-2g; C-8g; P-6g.
Low-Sodium Black Olives (individual cup) — F-2g; C-2g; P-0g.
Fat-Free Feta Cheese (28 grams) — F-0g; C-2g; P-7g.
Cherry Tomatoes (12 pieces) — F-1g; C-8g; P-0g.
The Smoked Salmon Snack Box
The Smoked Salmon Snack Box
This Nordic-inspired snack box is high in protein and delicious! From the crunch of the cucumbers to the irresistible smoked flavor of the salmon, it is sure to make that rumbling tummy satisfied!
Total Macros: F-14g; C-24g; P-34g.
Calories: 316
Ingredients:
Hard Boiled Eggs (2) — F-10g; C-0g; P-12g.
Wasa - Whole Wheat Crackers (2) — F-0g; C-22g; P-4g.
Cucumbers (80 grams) — F-0g; C-2g; P-0g.
Smoked Salmon (100 grams) — F-4g; C-0g; P-18g.