We all know that eating healthy can be quite expensive. This is especially true when it comes to snacks. Just look down the snack aisle at the large number of 100 calorie snacks that are available. Sure, they taste great and help keep you on track, but they also drain your wallet . This week, let’s discuss how to save money on healthy snacks.
One of the best snacks you can take on the go is trail mix. While there may be hundreds of varieties available on the market, preparing your own is not only more affordable, but also allows you to prepare a mix that meets your nutritional needs. You could add sunflower seeds for folic acid, almonds for protein, dried cranberries for vitamin C, and even a few dark mini chocolate chips as a special treat.
Making snacks from scratch truly is the best way to save money, but there are a few more tips. First of all, stop buying those small individual serving packs. These not only cost more, but also create more trash, which the environment does not need. Instead, purchase larger packages and measure out servings into reusable containers.
Another option is to keep it simple. What could be healthier than enjoying fruit for a quick snack? If you purchase fruit that’s in season and shop at the farmer’s market you can save a lot of money. You can even dry fruit at home to make snacks that are even easier to take on the go and mix into trail mix.
Last, but not least, check those sales papers! If you enjoy certain snacks, check each week to see if they’re on sale. If they are, stock up. That way you have the snacks you enjoy without having to spend a fortune.
If you want a few ideas on snacks that fit a budget, check out a few of my favorites:
Fresh fruit topped with fat-free vanilla yogurt and granola.
Baked pita bread wedges dipped in homemade bean dip.
Fat-free vanilla frozen yogurt topped with grilled pineapple.
Fat-free pudding topping with fat-free whipped topping.
