{"id":4441,"date":"2025-07-08T16:39:57","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T16:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/landart.rt5.ca\/idees-collations-energisantes-simples\/"},"modified":"2025-09-05T12:39:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-05T12:39:36","slug":"idees-collations-energisantes-simples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/landart.rt5.ca\/en\/idees-collations-energisantes-simples\/","title":{"rendered":"Ideas for Simple and Energy-Packed Snacks"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Ariane Bilodeau, Copywriter\/editor, and health & food blogger<\/em><\/p>\n

Forget about croissants or ultra-sweet granola bars and ultra-salty crackers from the market. Preparing healthy plant-based snacks is easy. Here are some tips for making simple and energy-packed snacks that children and adults alike will love.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n

1. Hummus and veggies<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

The hummus and cracker combo appeals to everyone, but why not go for a less salty, more fibre-rich and more refreshing alternative? Prepare your vegetables at the beginning of the week, then divide them and the hummus into portions for quick, nutritious and delicious snacks.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

2. Nuts and dried fruits<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

This is a sweet and savoury mix that we all know well. There\u2019s no need to eat much, because the high sugar content of dried fruit and the healthy fats in nuts will quickly give you the energy boost you were looking for.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

3. Fruits, fruits and fruits<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Pick fresh, in-season and ripe fruits. They provide energy and vitamins and, for the most part, do not require any prep.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

4. Roasted legumes<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

Roasted soy beans (edamames), chickpeas or other beans make for a filling snack that\u2019s packed with protein and other nutrients. Try an online recipe<\/a> or buy some from your local health food store. My personal faves? Wasabi edamames and BBQ chickpeas. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n

5. Energy balls<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

In my opinion, energy balls are THE healthy snack. They are easy to prepare and versatile, in addition to being an excellent way to clean your pantry a little. All you need is a bowl and a mixture of:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n