Sunday, July 11, 2010

Snacks under 150 calories

Here are some more great ideas from the shape.com article:


StarKist Tuna Salad Sandwich-Ready Pouch

(100 CALORIES, 4 G FAT PER 3 OZ. BAG)


No draining or chopping necessary: Rip open the pouch and scoop up a mix of chunk light tuna, celery, water chestnuts, and dill relish. "It's the ideal amount to put onto a few crackers," said one fan. ($2 each)








Nestle Cranberry Raisinets 100 Calorie Pack

(100 CALORIES, 4 G FAT PER 1 OZ. BAG)

These chocolate-covered cranberries provide a boost of antioxidants. "I've been known to demolish an entire box of candy at the movies," confessed a panelist. "So these are my new theater snack." ($1 each)







The Skinny Cow Truffle Bars in White Mint

(100 CALORIES, 3 G FAT PER BAR)

You can almost hear the ice cream truck's jingle every time you take a lick of this truffle bar, which is drizzled in chocolate. "The mint was so refreshing, and the rich texture felt indulgent," said a staffer. ($5 for 6)










Yoplait Delights Parfait in Lemon Torte

(100 CALORIES, 2 G FAT PER 4 OZ. CUP)

This container serves up two layers—creamy vanilla and tangy lemon yogurt—plus 15 percent of the vitamin D you need in a day. "It tastes like lemon meringue pie," said one tester. ($3 for 4)








Kellogg's Special K Fruit Crisps in Strawberry

(100 CALORIES, 2 G FAT FOR 2 CRISPS)


The strawberry-filled treat is reminiscent of a toaster pastry, but you'll save 9 grams of fat. "When I microwaved them, the icing melted to perfection," said a snacker. ($3 for 10)








Popchips Potato Chips in Cheddar (100 CALORIES, 4 G FAT PER 1 OZ. BAG)

These crisps have popped up on our awards list for two years in a row because our tasters can't get enough of the crunchy texture. "The new cheddar flavor was so intense that I needed only a small handful to get my fix," said one panelist. ($1 each)










Kashi Heart to Heart Warm Cinnamon Oat Cereal

(110 CALORIES, 2 G FAT FOR 3?4 CUP)

Although plenty of B vitamins and 5 grams of fiber make this cereal super healthy, it was the cinnamon that won the hearts of our testers. "I ate this snack straight out of the box for dessert," said one. ($4 for a 12 oz. box)








Potato Flyers Baked Potato Chips in Sour Cream & Onion

(120 CALORIES, 5 G FAT FOR 1.5 OZ.)

"I preferred these baked chips over regular versions because they're much less greasy," said one snacker. And since they have fewer calories and about half the fat, "I munched on them guilt-free!" ($2 for a 2 oz. bag)








Sunsweet Antioxidant Blend

(130 CALORIES, 0 G FAT FOR 1/4 CUP)

The combination of dried blueberries, cherries, cranberries, and plums was "sweet and juicy—like candy," said one taster. "I substituted this snack for my usual pack of gummy bears." The resealable bag also got a thumbs-up. ($4 for a 5 oz. bag)








Stacy's Pita Chips in Garden Veggie Medley

(130 CALORIES, 5 G FAT FOR 9 CHIPS)

These thick pieces are the antidote for even the fiercest carb craving. "Tastes homemade," said one reviewer. "There were herbs, tomato, and onion in every bite." Another said the twice-baked crisps were satisfyingly crunchy. ($3 for a 7 oz. bag)







Popcorn, Indiana Gourmet Kettlecorn in Cinnamon Sugar

(130 CALORIES, 5 G FAT FOR 2 1/2 CUPS)

Testers raved about this salty-sweet popcorn. When asked if she'd recommend the treat, one replied: "Only if I can stop eating it long enough to talk." We took that as a yes. ($4 for an 8 oz. bag)








Bear Naked 100% Pure & Natural Granola in Peak Flax Oats and Honey With Blueberries

(130 CALORIES, 4 G FAT FOR 1/4 CUP)

"A handful of this granola is the ideal post-workout snack," said a fan. Honey clusters add a hint of sweetness for only 7 grams of sugar per serving. ($5 for a 12 oz. bag)




Snyder's of Hanover Eatsmart Naturals MultiGrain Tortilla Chips

(140 CALORIES, 7 G FAT FOR 9 CHIPS)

Made with quinoa and flax, sesame, and chia seeds, these chips deliver 16 grams of whole grains in each serving. Said one taster: "They didn't break apart when I dug into my chili." ($4 for a 10 oz. bag)





Annie's Organic Snack Mix Bunnies in Cheddar

(140 CALORIES, 5 G FAT FOR 45 PIECES)

Even after the testing period was over, our staffers kept asking for samples of this mix of cheddar-covered pretzels and crackers. "The cheesy pieces were so addictive," said one. ($5 for a 9 oz. box)






Nature's Path Organic Chewy Granola Bars in Pumpkin-N-Spice

(140 CALORIES, 5 G FAT PER BAR)

If you don't pay attention, noshing on trail mix can put you in a dietary danger zone. That's why our panel loved this portion-controlled bar, made with pumpkin seeds and flax. ($4 for 6)





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