8 Affordable Low-Carb and Sugar Snacks

Carbohydrates are complicated. They are needed by the body for cell function, on the other hand eating too many carbohydrates can cause the body to feel bloated and tired. Here's an explanation of Low Carbohydrate and Sugar Snacks!

You should not reduce carbohydrate levels completely unless advised by your doctor.

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However, eating a low-carb snack can increase energy levels and ensure you get other important macronutrients like protein and fat, which help build muscle and increase satiety.

Here's a list of eight healthy and easy low-carb, high-protein snack ideas that are delicious!

8 Healthy and Easy Low-Carb, High-Protein Snacks to Get You Started

1. Nuts and Grains
2. Ham and Pickled Rolls
3. Poached Egg
4. Parfait Fruit and Yogurt
5. Dark Chocolate With Cashew Butter
6. Roasted Pumpkin Seeds Cinnamon
7. Vegetables and Fresh Sauce
8. Cottage Cheese

1. Nuts Seeds

Cheap and delicious, nuts and seeds can be an inexpensive snack that encourages a healthy lifestyle. 

In addition to their taste, tree nuts and peanuts contain no cholesterol and are rich in essential nutrients including protein, fiber, and unsaturated fatty acids. 

They also contain micronutrients such as folic acid, niacin and vitamins E and B6 and minerals such as magnesium, copper, zinc, selenium, phosphorus and potassium.

Trail mix is ​​the ideal snack on the go. However, most store-bought ingredient mixes are high in carbohydrates and are usually loaded with industrial sugars and oils.

Below is a healthier low-carb version that you can make yourself.

Recipe for Making Low-Carb Trail Mix

1. ½ cup walnuts
2. ½  cup peanuts
3. ½  cup almonds
4. ½ cup pine nuts 
5. ½ cup sunflower seeds
6. ½ cup pumpkin 
7. ½ cup dark chocolate
8. ½ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
9. ½ Cinnamon (optional)

Combine nuts, seeds, chocolate, and coconut in a plastic bag and beat vigorously until everything is coated with cinnamon.

Low-carbohydrate foods (1 ounce)	Carbohydrates (in grams)	Protein (in grams)
pecans	4	3
walnuts	4	4
Nuts	6	7
almonds	6	6
Pine nuts	4	4
Sunflower seeds	7	6
Pumpkin seeds	4	9
Dark Chocolate (70- 85%)	13	2
Unsweetened Coconut Flakes	8	2
Cinnamon (1 tsp)	2	0.1

2. Ham and Pickle Rolls

Ready in five minutes, ham and pickle addicting! They are great as an appetizer and even better as a snack.

Ingredients

1. Cream cheese
2. pickled dill
3. smoked ham slice
4. Chives

Spread cream cheese over the ham slices and place the pickled spears on top. Roll slowly. Cut the roll crosswise into 1/2" to 1" pieces.

This is a very versatile snack and can be customized to your liking. Here are some variations of the recipe:

Add More Vegetables: use a variety of low-carb vegetables such as cucumbers in place of or in addition to pickles.

Use Other Types of Cheese: if you really don't like cream cheese or just want to try something different, go for a soft, easy-to-grease low-carb cheese like goat cheese or a spread cheese like Boursin.

Try Different Types of Meat: replace the ham with chicken and add hot sauce for the chicken buffalo roll, turkey pepper roll, roast beef roll or even smoked salmon roll.

Low Carb Foods	Carbohydrates (in grams)	Protein (in grams)
Cream Cheese (1 tbsp)	1	1
Pickled Dill (1 spear)	1	0.2
Cucumber (1 stick)	0.4	0.1
Ham Slices (1 oz)	0.3	6
Scallions (1 ounces)	1	1

3. Eggs Boiled

Quoted from Caloriebee, boiled eggs are very simple and easy to make and affordable foods. Boiled eggs are also a type of food that is low in carbohydrates and full of brain-healthy nutrients such as vitamin B12 and choline.

One large egg contains adequate amounts of protein. Boil some eggs at the start of the week, and you'll be ready to eat them for a few days. 

Low Carb Meals	Carbohydrates (in grams)	Protein (in grams)
1 Boiled Egg	1	13

4. Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

Fruit and Yogurt Parfaits are a good choice for a low-carb breakfast, and are also great for a healthy snack. 

Plus the berries give the impression of a variety of colors and can have a sweet or sour taste. This type of fruit is very nutritious and high in fiber, vitamin C and antioxidants.

You can also use your favorite low-fat yogurt or cream, a low-carb fruit or nut mix instead of granola.

Low Carb Foods (1 ounce)	Carbohydrates (in grams)	Protein (in grams)
Strawberries	2	0.2
Blueberries	4	0.2
Raspberries	3	0.3
Cranberries	3	0.1
Blackberry	3	0.4
Greek Yogurt (6 ounces)	7	17
Heavy Whipped Cream	0	0
granola	15	4

5. Dark Chocolate With Cashew Butter

When craving something sweet, dark chocolate is the perfect low-carb food to satisfy that taste. 

Just remember moderation is key. Quality dark chocolate is rich in fiber, iron, magnesium, copper, manganese and several other minerals.

To add a variety of flavors, you can add a spread (1 ounce) of cashew butter on top. The most important thing is that the darker the brown, the less carbohydrates.

Low Carbohydrate Foods  (1 ounce)	Carbohydrates (in grams)	Protein (in grams)
Dark Chocolate (70-85%)	13	2
Cashew Butter	9	3
Peanut Butter	7	6
Hazelnuts	5	4
Almond Butter	5	4

6. Cinnamon Roasted Pumpkin Seed

Pumpkin seeds are rich in zinc, this important mineral is needed for immunity and optimal body metabolism. 

Cinnamon Roasted Pumpkin Seeds are very easy to make with very few ingredients. Mix a glass of pumpkin seeds with a teaspoon of cinnamon and 2 teaspoons of olive oil. 

Then toss on a baking sheet and bake in a 300 degree oven for 45 minutes or until the seeds are golden brown.

Low Carbohydrate Foods	Carbohydrates (in grams)	Protein (in grams)
Pumpkin Seeds (1 ounce)	4	9
Cinnamon (1 tsp)	2	0.1
Olive oil	0	0

7. Plain

Vegetables Plain vegetables are one of the healthiest snacks you can eat right away. Just wash and slice various vegetables and enjoy. Some low-carb vegetables include:

1. Carrots: an excellent source of vitamin A, several B vitamins, vitamin K and potassium
2. Celery: a good source of vitamin K and antioxidants
3. Sweet peppers: full of antioxidants, high in vitamins A and C
4. Broccoli: high in vitamin C and K
5. Cauliflower: high in vitamins K and C
6. Cucumber: full of antioxidants

8. Cottage

Cheese Cottage cheese is a food that is low in carbohydrates and rich in bone-building minerals such as calcium and phosphorus. 

Many people add fruit for added flavor. You can also add sliced ​​avocado, cherry tomatoes, chopped scallions, or hot sauce for a more savory dish.

That's an article on Affordable Low Carbohydrate and Sugar Snacks. Healthy and cheap living can be done with this diet. Hope it is useful.