11 Healthy Snacks to Fight the Mid-Day Slump

By Jenn Segal

When you feel yourself starting to drag, strategic snacking can help you return to your best self. From granola to hummus, these simple and healthy snacks will help you power through the day.

No-Bake Energy Bites

Packed with oats and nuts, these energy bites are the type of wholesome treat you can feel good about giving to your family.
Strawberry Banana Smoothie

This strawberry banana smoothie is thick, creamy, and naturally sweet—perfect for healthy breakfast or a quick afternoon pick-me-up.
Big-Cluster Granola Recipe

This homemade granola boasts huge crunchy clusters, perfect for snacking or spooning over lightly sweetened Greek yogurt.
Hummus

You’ve found the best homemade hummus recipe — and it’s easy to whip up with very few ingredients.
Banana Nut Muffins

Lightly sweetened with honey, these fluffy banana nut muffins are a delicious way to use up overripe bananas.
Union Square Cafe Bar Nuts

Sweet, salty, and spicy, these rosemary nuts are perfect for snacking. But don’t say I didn’t warn you: they are crazy-addictive!
Sriracha Deviled Eggs

These Sriracha deviled eggs are truly devilish and totally pop-in-your-mouthable.
Almond, Blueberry & Date Homemade Granola Bars

Homemade granola bars that are a mishmash of almonds, dried blueberries, oats, cereal, and coconut — all held together with a sweet almond butter-date paste.
L’Auberge Chez François Herbed Cottage Cheese Spread

This blend of cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic and fresh herbs makes an irresistible spread.
Crispy Honey Nut Granola Bars

Crispy and not too sweet, these granola bars are loaded with oats, nuts, coconut, and dried fruit.
Morning Glory Muffins

Morning glory muffins are good to eat and good for you. And, true to their name, they’re a glorious way to start the day.