15 Low Carb High Protein Snack Ideas
1. Turkey Roll-Ups
Keep hunger at bay with an easy roll-up snack stuffed with protein-packed deli turkey enveloping creamy, nutty cheese. Simply lay out slices of deli turkey and evenly distribute shredded cheese down the center. Tightly roll up the turkey around the cheese to secure it inside. The options are versatile – try different cheeses like sharp cheddar, provolone or swiss paired with various deli meats like roast beef, ham or salami. Pack for lunches or enjoy any time hunger strikes.
Ingredients:
- Deli turkey
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, provolone, swiss)
Recipe
2. Tuna Salad with Crackers
Transform canned tuna into easy high protein tuna salad by mixing with mayonnaise, lemon juice and spices before eating atop crisp, low-carb crackers for the perfect snack or small meal. The tuna offers nutrients like vitamin B12, selenium and omega-3 fatty acids to keep you powered. Served alongside crunchy crackers, this snack will conquer hunger and give lasting energy.
Ingredients:
- Canned tuna
- Mayonnaise
- Lemon juice
- Spices (salt, pepper, paprika, etc)
- Low carb crackers
Recipe
3. Greek Yogurt Bowl
Greek yogurt forms the high protein base of this easy snack bowl bulked up with satiating add-ins like mixed nuts, chia seeds and antioxidant-rich mixed berries. The creamy yogurt offers over 20 grams protein per serving to curb hunger while the toppings provide contrasting flavors and textures in each bite – sweet berries, crunchy nuts and a fun, pudding-like texture from the chia seeds. A perfect pick-me-up any time of day.
Ingredients:
- Greek yogurt
- Mixed nuts
- Chia seeds
- Berries
Recipe
4. Protein Shake
Quick protein shakes provide the perfect opportunity to add various ingredients tailored to your personal tastes and health goals thanks to the wonderfully versatile blender required to mix them. Simply choose a base ranging from nut milks to Greek yogurt before blending up with extras like protein powder, nut butter, frozen fruit, coconut, greens and seeds galore. The combos are endless, easily personalized and always pack substantial protein.
Ingredients:
- Protein powder
- Nut milk or Greek yogurt
- Nut butter
- Frozen fruit
- Coconut
- Greens
- Seeds
Recipe
5. Deviled Eggs
These protein-packed deviled eggs make for the perfect portable snack packed with over 10 grams of protein per serving to conquer hunger anytime. Simply hard boil eggs, cool, peel and slice lengthwise. Scoop the yolks out into a bowl, mashing together with mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper until smooth. Evenly disperse mixture into the halved whites for the perfect satisfying bite. Garnish with paprika.
Ingredients:
- Eggs
- Mayonnaise
- Mustard
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika (garnish)
Recipe
6. Celery Sticks with Nut Butter
Celery sticks supply the perfect sturdy, scoop-worthy vehicle for creamy, protein rich nut butter. Peanut butter is the classic choice but the options expand from there – try almond, sunflower seed, cashew or any nut butter. Creamy or crunchy textures all help nut butter nicely adhere to the crisp celery for the perfect nutritious snack combination supplying fiber, plant-based protein, vitamins like A, K and C all conveniently hand-held.
Ingredients:
- Celery sticks
- Nut butter (peanut, almond, sunflower, etc.)
Recipe
7. Jerky Sticks
Portable protein-packed jerky sticks make on-the-go snacking a breeze while supplying substantial protein in just 1-2 ounces. Meat options range from classic beef jerky to turkey, salmon and even bison or venison jerky for adventurous palates. They are easily kept in bags, desks or cars without refrigeration required. When hunger hits, simply peel and eat for an effortless protein punch – no prep needed for these convenient sticks.
Ingredients:
- Meat (beef, turkey, salmon, etc.)
Recipe
8. Smoothie Pops
Transforming smoothies into popsicles gives you portable protein-packed snacks bursting with bright fruit flavor to refresh on even the hottest days. Blend together frozen banana, mixed berries and cherries with almond milk and protein powder first before pouring into popsicle molds, adding popsicle sticks and freezing completely. The options are adaptable based on produce availability and personal tastes. Keep extras on hand for wholesome sweet treats anytime.
Ingredients:
- Frozen banana
- Mixed frozen berries
- Cherries
- Almond milk
- Protein powder
Recipe
9. Cheese Crisps
Baked cheese crisps provide the perfect keto snack to conquer hunger while offering a crunchy, savory, irresistible cheese fix. Simply top small piles of shredded cheese onto a lined baking sheet before placing under broiler until melted, bubbling and browned in spots creating lacy, crispy edges with molten centers. These take just minutes to throw together and bake for instant snacking gratification paired perfectly with everything from dips to charcuterie platters.
Ingredients:
- Shredded cheese (cheddar, parmesan, etc.)
Recipe
10. Chia Pudding
Chia seeds soaked in non-dairy milk transform beautifully into rich, tapioca-like vegan pudding providing the perfect proteins and healthy fats for snacking. Simply stir together chia seeds and milk of choice before refrigerating overnight to allow seeds to gelatinize. What emerges is creamy pudding ready to flavor with vanilla, cinnamon and chopped fruit like berries or pineapple tidbits. Top with nuts too for added crunch.
Ingredients:
- Chia seeds
- Non-dairy milk (almond, coconut, etc.)
- Vanilla
- Cinnamon
- Fruit
Recipe
11. Avocado Boats
Transform nutrient-dense avocados into perfect vessels for scooping up freshly made tuna, chicken or egg salad for protein-packed snacking on the go. Carefully halve and pit avocados before scooping flesh into a bowl, reserving intact halves as edible bowls. Mix up preferred salad using ingredients like canned tuna or chicken, mayo, celery, relish and stuff back into avocado halves for finger-friendly snacking full of healthy fats and on-the-go protein.
Ingredients:
- Avocado halves
- Tuna, chicken or egg salad
Recipe
12. Cucumber Bites
Cool, crisp cucumber slices get elevated into satisfying low carb snacks topped generously with cheeses, nuts, seeds and preserved meats for the perfect party platter or every day snack. Simply wash cucumbers and slice into 1⁄4 to 1⁄2 inch rounds before topping with desired ingredients like herbed goat cheese, smoked salmon, basil pesto dollops, roasted nuts or seeds for added crunch and healthy fats. Get creative with combinations!
Ingredients:
- Cucumber slices
- Cheese (goat, cream, feta)
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Smoked salmon
- Pesto
Recipe
13. Protein Muffins
Whip up these high protein muffins using almond and coconut flours perfectly designed for on-the-go breakfasts and snacks with a subtly sweet flavor and tender crumb. Mix the alternative flours together with eggs, vanilla, baking powder and sugar substitute before folding in fresh berries. Scoop batter into lined muffins tins baking until puffed and golden. Freeze extras to grab whenever hunger strikes. Top with nut butter too!
Ingredients:
- Almond flour
- Coconut flour
- Eggs
- Berries
- Vanilla
- Baking powder
- Sugar substitute
Recipe
14. Protein Bars
Indulge hunger between meals by keeping store-bought or homemade protein bar snacks on hand offering balanced macro nutrition including ample protein and healthy fats. Look for low sugar bars with whole food ingredients like nuts, seeds and dried fruit bound together with all natural nut butter and protein powder or get creative whipping up custom creations yourself storing them in the fridge or freezer to grab daily.
Ingredients:
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Dates
- Nut butter
- Protein powder
Recipe
15. Edamame Pods
Boiled then salted whole soybean pods called edamame make for fun finger food snacking with over 10 grams plant-based protein per half-cup serving. Simply boil frozen pods for 5 minutes before draining and tossing with sea salt to serve. The pods are popped directly into the mouth to access the tender green beans within. Keep batches of boiled edamame stored in refrigerators for easy high protein snacking at home or on the go all week long.
Ingredients:
- Frozen edamame pods
- Sea salt
