When kids get home after the last bell rings, help them refuel with snacks that are as delicious as they are nutritious. Here are a few ideas that are quick to prepare and packed with nutrients to satisfy every hungry kiddo until dinner time!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Ingredients
3/4 cup rolled oatsÂ
1/2 cup chocolate protein powderÂ
1/4 cup peanut butterÂ
1/4 cup honey (or agave syrup)Â
1/4 cup chocolate chipsÂ
DirectionsÂ
Mix all the ingredients together in a large bowl.
Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Place in refrigerator to set for 10-15 minutes.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie
IngredientsÂ
2 cups frozen strawberriesÂ
2 cups frozen pineapple chunksÂ
1 medium bananaÂ
2 cups almond milkÂ
DirectionsÂ
Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
Add your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Quinoa Pizza BitesÂ
IngredientsÂ
1 cup cooked quinoaÂ
¼ cup gluten free breadcrumbsÂ
½ cup shredded cheeseÂ
Handful spinach or kale, choppedÂ
¼ cup chopped tomatoesÂ
1 eggÂ
½ tsp garlic powderÂ
¼ tsp saltÂ
1/8 tsp pepperÂ
2 tsp Italian seasoningÂ
Your favorite pizza sauce or marinara sauce for dippingÂ
DirectionsÂ
Cook quinoa as directed. We like to do 1 cup of quinoa to 2 cups of broth or water and cook it slowly to keep the quinoa fluffy.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
Lay out a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
Mix all the ingredients in a medium bowl. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on parchment paper, leaving about an inch between the balls.
Bake for 13-16 minutes, turning halfway through for even cooking.
Dip in your favorite pizza or marinara sauce and enjoy!Â
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