Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
These quick snacks make it easy to incorporate anti-inflammatory ingredients into your day. Each recipe features foods associated with anti-inflammatory benefits, such as berries, leafy greens, beans, avocado and chia seeds. Plus, they come together in just 10 minutes or less, making them convenient options for busy mornings or afternoons. Try recipes like our Pickled Tuna Salad and Cottage Cheese Snack Jar for a flavorful and satisfying snack you can make in minutes.
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Pickled Tuna Salad
This pickled tuna salad gets its flavor from chopped dill pickles and uses the pickle brine to enhance the flavor. Serve it on a slice of toasted whole-wheat bread, on crackers or with crisp veggies for an easy snack.
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Cottage Cheese Snack Jar
This creamy, crunchy snack packs 20 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber into one small Mason jar. Adding the chickpeas right before serving will keep them crunchy. If you want to store everything in one jar, opt for 1/4 cup rinsed canned chickpeas instead.
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Strawberry Passion Fruit Smoothie
This strawberry–passion fruit smoothie is bright, creamy and naturally sweet. Frozen strawberries and tangy passion fruit blend with Greek-style yogurt and almond milk for a refreshing drink that’s ready in just 5 minutes.
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Easy Black Bean Dip
This creamy bean dip is great for a party or picnic. Smoked paprika and ground chipotles add a robust, earthy flavor, but you can also use regular paprika and cayenne if you don’t have the other spices on hand.
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High-Fiber Guacamole Snack Jar
A healthy, zesty snack is never far away when you stack red bell pepper strips, pepper Jack cheese and guacamole in a Mason jar. Swap the pepper Jack with regular Jack or Cheddar cheese to cut the heat. To bulk up this snack, add pretzels, crackers or tortilla chips alongside.
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Strawberry-Mango Chia Seed Smoothie
This strawberry-mango chia seed smoothie is a nutrient-packed drink rich in fiber, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids. Chia seeds provide a plant-based source of protein and help keep you feeling full longer. You can use frozen strawberries and mango, but you’ll need to add extra almond milk to help it blend smoothly.
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Avocado Hummus
This vibrant green hummus recipe couldn’t be easier—just toss a few ingredients in the food processor and whir away! Aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas) and avocado make this healthy dip extra smooth and creamy. Serve with veggie chips, pita chips or crudités.
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Blueberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie
This fruit smoothie is a nutrient-packed drink that’s perfect for your next breakfast. It blends frozen peaches and sweet frozen blueberries with a splash of almond milk and yogurt for a creamy, fruity base. Chia seeds add fiber, omega-3s and a slight thickness to the smoothie as they soak up the liquid.
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White Bean–Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers
Mini bell peppers are the perfect vessel for delivering creamy bean dip with a crunchy chickpea topping in this easy snack. Crunchy chickpeas are easy to make at home, or you can buy them already prepared and flavored with spices to add your own unique twist.
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Peanut Butter-Banana Flaxseed Smoothie
This peanut butter–banana flaxseed smoothie is a creamy, satisfying drink that’s perfect for breakfast. The banana adds natural sweetness and helps create a smooth, rich texture. Peanut butter brings delicious nutty flavor along with plant-based protein to keep you full longer. Ground flaxseed boosts the smoothie with fiber and omega-3s. Blended with almond milk, it’s a quick and delicious way to fuel your day.
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Garlic Hummus
This garlic hummus recipe couldn’t be easier—just toss a few ingredients in the food processor and whir away!
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Guacamole with Bell Pepper Dippers
Skip tortilla chips and get a healthy dose of vitamin C when you use bell pepper as a dipper for guacamole in this quick snack recipe.
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The Best No-Added-Sugar Smoothie
This healthy strawberry smoothie is tart, creamy and naturally sweet. The frozen strawberries and fresh dates add the perfect amount of sweetness to balance the tart passion fruit. A splash of vanilla ties it all together, making this smoothie something you can enjoy anytime of day.
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The Only Green Smoothie Recipe You’ll Ever Need
This vibrant green smoothie with spinach, banana, mango and pineapple is a refreshing way to start your day. The spinach blends in seamlessly without overpowering the sweet tropical flavors. Banana gives the smoothie a creamy texture, while mango and pineapple bring natural sweetness and a bright, sunny taste.
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Strawberries and Cottage Cheese
This snack mixes a serving of dairy with a serving of fresh fruit and provides a boost of vitamin C and calcium to your day.
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Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie
The kale, hemp seeds and green tea in this bright, lemony smoothie all contain antioxidants that can help fight inflammation. If you can’t find baby kale, baby spinach will work well in its place. Banana adds natural sweetness. If you want the smoothie a little sweeter, a touch of honey will do the trick.
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