8 Snacks With Less Than 150 Calories

Written by
Nicole Reino • Active.com
It's the little things that add up. That goes for snacks too. One here, another there, and the next thing you know you've added 500 extra calories to your daily value. The key isn't avoiding snacks, but keeping their calorie counts in check—ideally to less than 150 calories each. This way, you can still incorporate tide-me-overs in between meals while, at the same time, achieving your weight-loss or maintenance goals. Snack smarter with these low-calorie, high-nutrient nibbles.
Roasted Chickpeas
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Chickpeas are commonly used to make creamy hummus. However, when you roast them, they become a crunchy snack. In a half-cup, there are about 140 calories, 22 grams of carbohydrates and 7 grams of protein.
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Pistachios
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Pistachios are among the lowest-calorie nuts. There are 148 calories in 46 pistachios. They're beneficial for heart health because they reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol and increase HDL (good) cholesterol. They're also a great source of vitamin B6, which helps calm the nervous system.
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Olives and Swiss Cheese
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There are 140 calories in one slice of swiss cheese and seven olives. Swiss cheese is rich in phosphorus and calcium. And olives are an excellent source of good fat—the monounsaturated kind. They're also rich in vitamin E, copper and fiber, as well as polyphenols and flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties.
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Instant Oatmeal With Blueberries and Cinnamon
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One packet (28 grams) of plain instant oatmeal topped with 1/2 cup fresh blueberries and a sprinkle of cinnamon will cost you 142 calories. Oatmeal's best attribute is its soluble fiber, which lowers cholesterol. Cinnamon regulates blood sugar, and blueberries are full of antioxidants, as well as vitamins C, B complex, E and A.
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Kale Chips
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Kale chips can aid in weight management when you substitute them for other snacks. Plus, kale is a nutritional powerhouse when it comes to supporting eyesight and heart health. Two cups of homemade kale chips have around 100 calories. The store-bought version usually contains 150 calories for 1 ounce.
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Freeze-Dried Peas
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When food is freeze-dried, the water is removed. All the nutrients, however, stay put. Peas are a terrific source of protein and fiber, plus they're low in fat and calories. There are 110 calories in 3/4 cup of freeze-dried peas.
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Banana and Dark Chocolate
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One small banana and a half-ounce square of dark chocolate comes in at 140 calories. Bananas tout plenty of vitamin A, iron, phosphorus and potassium—altogether making them an efficient source of energy. And, of course, dark chocolate's chemical compounds are good for your brain, heart and mood.
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Apple With Natural Peanut Butter
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Apples may be commonplace, but they're just as magnificent as the other superfruits. They're skillful suppliers of immune-boosting vitamin C, and they regulate soluble fiber. Add peanut butter, and you have your protein and healthy fats. One medium apple with 1 tablespoon of all-natural peanut butter contains 143 calories.
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