Low-Calorie Snacks: 30 Ideas Under 150 Calories
30 low-calorie snacks under 150 calories, sweet and savory, with calories listed, plus the most filling options and snacks to avoid on a diet.
By Ayoub Farid · · 2 min read
Good snacks bridge the gap between meals without blowing your calorie budget. The most filling ones contain protein, fiber or lots of water.
Under 100 calories
| Snack | Calories |
|---|---|
| 1 cup strawberries | ~50 |
| 1 cup watermelon | ~46 |
| 1 medium apple | ~95 |
| 3 cups air-popped popcorn | ~95 |
| 1 hard-boiled egg | ~72 |
| Cucumber and 2 tbsp hummus | ~80 |
| Baby carrots (1 cup) + 1 tbsp light ranch | ~90 |
| 1 string cheese | ~80 |
| ½ cup cottage cheese (2%) | ~90 |
| 1 cup frozen grapes | ~104 |
| 170 g nonfat Greek yogurt | ~100 |
| 1 rice cake + 1 tsp peanut butter | ~65 |
| Pickles (2 spears) | ~10 |
| Miso soup | ~40 |
| 1 cup cherry tomatoes | ~30 |
100–150 calories
| Snack | Calories |
|---|---|
| 15 almonds | ~105 |
| 1 cup edamame in pods | ~120–130 |
| Banana | ~105 |
| Turkey slices (60 g) + 1 slice cheese | ~130 |
| Greek yogurt + ½ cup berries | ~140 |
| 1 slice whole-grain toast + 1 tbsp light cream cheese | ~120 |
| Beef jerky (28 g) | ~80–115 |
| 2 squares dark chocolate (20 g) | ~120 |
| Apple + 1 tsp peanut butter | ~130 |
| Roasted chickpeas (28 g) | ~110–130 |
| Protein shake with water | ~110–130 |
| Tuna pouch on cucumber slices | ~100 |
| Chia pudding (small) | ~130–150 |
| 1 cup vegetable soup | ~70–120 |
| 2 dates stuffed with almonds | ~140 |
The most filling picks
Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, eggs, popcorn, fruit and edamame. For more protein-heavy choices, see high-protein snacks.
"Healthy" snacks that aren't low-calorie
Trail mix, granola, banana chips, smoothies with nut butter, large muffins and many protein bars can be 250–500 kcal.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the most filling low-calorie snack?
Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, eggs, popcorn and fruit are among the most filling per calorie.
Should I snack when trying to lose weight?
If snacks help you avoid overeating at meals, yes; plan them into your calorie target.
What can I eat at night that's low-calorie?
Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, popcorn, fruit or a cup of soup.
Are rice cakes good for weight loss?
They're low in calories but not very filling alone; add protein.
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