Need some healthy holiday snacks to serve this season? We’ve got you covered with a variety of dairy and grain-free healthy holiday treats that are both delicious and nutritious!Â
With the holidays coming up, it’s important to prioritize healthy food options throughout the day to keep your blood sugar stable to prevent any mid-day energy crashes. Good Christmas healthy snacks present the perfect opportunity to make sure that you’re including a variety of foods that provide a diverse mix of nutrients.Â
Plus, there’s an opportunity to include something for everyone. From adults to kids, your guests will appreciate having healthy Christmas snacks available that fit their own dietary preferences.
When it comes to putting together a plate of holiday healthy snacks, focus on fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts, seeds, and lean proteins. These will provide the perfect ratio of protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich carbohydrates to help keep you full and satisfied.Â
It’s super simple to combine and put all of these different elements together into healthy holiday snack recipes. All you need is a charcuterie board or plate!
Celebrating With Healthy Holiday Snacks
Having a combination of protein and fiber-rich healthy holiday snacks can help keep everyone energized and avoid the holiday burnout this season. Whether your guests are on Whole-30 or not, everyone should be able to find something they enjoy!Â
The holiday season often brings an abundance of sugary treats and heavy dishes that can leave you feeling tired and sluggish. Incorporating healthy holiday snacks into your celebrations helps you maintain balanced nutrition while still enjoying festive flavors and traditional favorites.
Creating healthy holiday treats can also be a fun activity that brings families together. When children participate in preparing nutritious healthy holiday snacks, they learn valuable lessons about healthy eating while getting to make lasting memories.
Now that we’ve discussed the benefits of healthy holiday snacks, let’s talk specifics. Here are a few ideas to help build our your own plate healthy holiday treats:
17 Healthy Holiday Snacks to Try
1. CHOMPS Venison Meat Snacks
As far as healthy holiday treats go, CHOMPS Venison Meat Snacks are the perfect zero-sugar meat option to serve. Since they’re ready to eat, they’re a convenient, nutritious, and mess-free addition to any snack plate. Just cut them into smaller, shareable pieces before serving!
2. Fresh Vegetables
Fresh vegetables add color, crunch, and a mix of nutrients, which is a must-have for any healthy holiday snack plate. Plus, vegetables provide an additional source of fiber to support healthy digestion.Â
Feel free to use any of your favorites, like carrots, cucumbers, celery, mini bell peppers, radishes. Most raw vegetables will work as healthy holiday snacks.
3. Fresh Fruits
Fresh fruits such as berries, kiwis, apples, and pears add crunch and sweetness as healthy holiday treats. Fruits also provide a source of fiber and studies have shown that higher-fiber intake has been linked to a lower risk for heart disease.
4. Nuts and Seeds
Nuts and seeds such as almonds, pistachios, cashews, and pumpkin seeds all provide a convenient source of healthy fats. The body uses them to support metabolism and brain health. As far as healthy holiday treats go, look for dry-roasted or raw nuts to keep the sodium and added oils to a minimum.
5. Dried Fruits
Dried fruits also work in addition to fresh fruits as a part your plate of healthy holiday snacks! Dried mango, apples, freeze-dried berries, and bananas all provide the same nutrients as fresh fruit. Opt for dried fruits that do not contain any added sugars.
6. Grain-free Crackers and Chips
Plantain chips or almond flour crackers are both dairy and gluten-free options to share for healthy holiday snacks. Plantain chips should be made from just plantains, coconut oil, and sea salt. Opt for versions without added sugars to make sure that it’s Whole-30 compliant.
7. Dairy-free Dips
Dairy-free dips such as guacamole or cashew-based cheese dips are great compliments to your healthy holiday treats. They’re an excellent pairing to go along with fresh vegetables and plantain chips.
8. CHOMPS Beef Meat Snacks
CHOMPS Beef Meat Snacks such as the Jalapeño or Italian StyleBeef are a fun and nutritious way to add fun flavors and textures to a plate of healthy holiday treats. Studies have shown that consuming protein snacks can help with appetite control and overall satiety.
9. CHOMPS Paleo Power Pancakes
Want some healthy holiday treats that can add some breakfast-inspired goodness? Made with Birchbender's Paleo mix and topped with chopped CHOMPS Sea Salt Beef stick, fresh berries, and pure maple syrup, these pancakes are a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
10. CHOMPS "Bacon" Fig Grilled Cheese
Grilled cheese anyone? This elevated healthy holiday snack combines thinly sliced CHOMPS Original Beef stick with sweet figs and melted gruyere for an indulgent yet delicious protein snack.
11. Cauliflower Buffalo Bites
These spicy healthy holiday treats offer a low-carb alternative to traditional wings. Roasted until crispy and tossed in hot sauce, they're perfect for holiday gatherings.
12. Zucchini Pizza Boats
Here is another one of our favorite healthy holiday snacks that transform vegetables into mini pizzas. Top with marinara, herbs, and diced meats (we like our meat sticks, of course) for a yummy protein snack.
13. Sweet Potato Toast
Who doesn’t love grain-free healthy holiday treats topped with avocado and seasonings? This versatile base can be customized with various toppings for a filling, nutrient-dense option.
14. Festive Vegetable Wraps
Create these colorful healthy holiday snacks using lettuce leaves filled with crisp vegetables and pieces of CHOMPS meat sticks for a fresh, crunchy option perfect for holiday parties.
15. Coconut Date Balls
These no-bake healthy holiday treats combine dates and coconut for a naturally sweet option that satisfies dessert cravings without added sugars.
16. Stuffed Mushrooms
Fill mushroom caps with herbs and finely chopped CHOMPS Italian Beef Sticks for savory healthy holiday snacks that are both elegant and protein-rich.
17. Bell Pepper Nachos
Make creative healthy holiday treats using colorful bell peppers as chips. Top them with guacamole and whatever meats you like for a festive appetizer.
Bottom Line
If you’re getting ready to entertain this holiday season, save this page so you can have a few more ideas on how to build the perfect plate of Whole-30 approved, healthy holiday snacks!
Now that you know about healthy holiday snacks, let's discover some cozy winter snacks to keep you warm from the inside out. Shop directly online at the CHOMPS store to stock up on a variety of healthy, high-protein snacks to accommodate all dietary lifestyles.
