9 Summer Snacks That Won’t Leave You Bloated or Sluggish

Some summer snacks taste great in the moment, but leave you feeling heavy and uncomfortable later. These healthy snack options keep things light, fresh, and easy on the stomach, so you can enjoy the day without the post-bite slump! Perfect for days when you need something quick, refreshing and energizing that still feels like a reward!

No-Churn Vanilla Protein Ice Cream

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Smooth, creamy, and no churning required! This vanilla protein ice cream is a delicious way to indulge while still boosting your daily protein intake. Made with just five ingredients this protein ice cream can be eaten in a bowl or scooped into an ice cream cone to cool down on a hot day.

Get the recipe: Vanilla Protein Ice Cream

Dairy-Free Lemon Chia Seed Pudding

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A creamy blend of coconut, lemon, and protein to give you a morning boost! This lemon protein chia seed pudding is an easy way to up your daily protein intake and enjoy what you eat. To learn more: Lemon Chia Seed Pudding

Frozen Yogurt Banana Bites

Only five ingredients in these frozen yogurt covered bananas! Made with plain yogurt and sweetened with stevia. Use your favorite toppings to customize the frozen banana bites and they make the perfect, cooling, kid-approved, summertime snack #easyrecipe #healthysnacks #kidsfood #frozenbananarecipes — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Bite into a cooling, creamy, snack with these frozen yogurt bananas! Instead of frozen banana pops, these little treats are in bite-sized form. Perfect to pop into your mouth. To learn more: Frozen Yogurt Bananas

Dairy-Free Coffee Smoothie Bowl

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Perfect for coffee lovers or those of us who need a bit more of a boost in the mornings. This coffee smoothie bowl has 28 grams of protein, a rich and creamy texture, and a deliciously comforting latte flavor. Get the recipe: Coffee Smoothie Bowl

Strawberry and Cream Yogurt Parfait

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This strawberry and cream yogurt parfait makes a healthy, make-ahead breakfast recipe or snack idea for toddlers. Made with fresh or frozen strawberries, dairy-free yogurt, and sweetened natural honey. A tasty and simple meal prep recipe!

Get the recipe: Strawberry and Cream Yogurt Parfait

Creamy Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl

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Rich and creamy with bites of cookie bliss, this cookie dough smoothie bowl is the perfect way to fuel up and crush a craving. Made with frozen banana and coconut milk for ultra thickness, this cookie dough protein smoothie makes every day just a little bit better.

Get the recipe: High Protein Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl

Easy and Healthy Frozen Yogurt Bowl

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Indulge with each bite of this high protein frozen yogurt! This protein frozen yogurt recipe is made with just six ingredients and comes with up to 19 grams of protein in just 171 calories. It’s the perfect protein dessert to brighten up your day. To learn more: High Protein Frozen Yogurt

Immune-Boosting Mango Smoothie

This carrot mango turmeric smoothie is a tasty, creamy, immune-boosting recipe! The perfect blend of sweet and tart, and made with anti-inflammatory ingredients like fresh turmeric.

Get the recipe: Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Mango Smoothie

Watermelon Mint Smoothie

Beat the heat this summer with this watermelon mint smoothie! Only six ingredients and ultra-refreshing, this smoothie is a heatwave staple. Made with coconut water for maximum hydration, it comes out a creamy burst of flavor.

Get the recipe: Watermelon Smoothie