Blood Sugar Stable Snacks (Print-Friendly Version)
Smart nighttime eating choices that combine protein, fiber and healthy fats to prevent overnight blood sugar fluctuations and improve sleep.
# Ingredients List:
→ Vegetables and Hummus
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Carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, sliced
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Hummus, 1/4 cup
→ Apple and Nut Butter
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Apple, sliced
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Almond butter, 2 tablespoons
→ Whole Wheat Toast with Avocado
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Whole wheat toast, 1 slice
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Avocado, 1/4, mashed
→ Greek Yogurt with Blueberries
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Greek yogurt, unsweetened, 1/2 cup
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Blueberries, fresh, 1/4 cup
→ Nuts
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Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts), 1/4 cup
→ Low Fat Cheese and Multigrain Crackers
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Low-fat mozzarella cheese, 1 ounce
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Multigrain crackers, 5 pieces
→ Cottage Cheese and Apricots
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Cottage cheese, low-fat, 1/2 cup
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Dried apricots, unsweetened, 3 pieces
→ Hard Boiled Eggs
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Hard boiled eggs, 2
→ Roasted Chickpeas
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Chickpeas, cooked, 1/2 cup
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Olive oil, 1 teaspoon
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Salt, to taste
→ Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella Cheese
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Cherry tomatoes, 1/2 cup
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Low-fat mozzarella, 1 ounce, sliced
→ Chia Pudding
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Chia seeds, 3 tablespoons
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Unsweetened almond milk, 1/2 cup
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Honey or maple syrup, 1 teaspoon (optional)
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Fresh berries, 1/4 cup, for garnish
# How to Make It:
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Slice carrots, tomatoes, and cucumbers. Serve with 1/4 cup hummus on the side.
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Slice an apple and spread 2 tablespoons of almond butter on the slices.
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Toast one slice of whole wheat bread and top with 1/4 mashed avocado.
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Place 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt in a bowl and top with 1/4 cup fresh blueberries.
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Measure 1/4 cup of mixed nuts and enjoy as is.
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Slice 1 ounce of low-fat mozzarella cheese and place on 5 multigrain crackers.
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Scoop 1/2 cup of low-fat cottage cheese into a bowl and pair with 3 unsweetened dried apricots.
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Boil and peel 2 eggs. Serve whole or sliced.
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Toss 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas with 1 teaspoon olive oil and salt to taste. Roast in a pan on medium heat until crispy.
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Halve 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes and plate with 1 ounce of low-fat mozzarella cheese.
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Mix 3 tablespoons of chia seeds with 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk. Let sit for 30 minutes until thickened. Sweeten with 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup if desired, and garnish with 1/4 cup fresh berries.
# Extra Tips:
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Snacks are designed to stabilize blood sugar overnight and reduce nighttime disruptions.