It really is not that hard to find dried vegan snacks anymore, thanks to the increasing popularity of healthy food choices. If you want healthy snacks that do not compromise on taste and texture, here are 5 dried vegan snacks you should definitely try.
Fruit Leather
Fruit leather is made for those who like chewy treats with just the right mix of flavor. Fruit leather is made by spreading fruit puree thin and flat on a pan, allowing it to dry, then slice it. Because the snack is made from puree, it retains much of the nutrients of the fresh fruit it was made from. It also contains plenty of fiber and packs great flavor. Just watch out for added color and sugar on commercial varieties, though. If you want to trust the source, just make your own.
Air-Popped Popcorns
Air-popped popcorns make a great vegan snack. They are filling, too, thanks to the fiber content of the corn kernels. If you want a healthy snack, avoid making them on a kettle with oil. Air-pop them yourself and you can choose the flavors you want to add. If you prefer, you can even add nutritional yeast for more flavor.
Fruit and Nut Health Bars
Fruits and nuts mixed together make for a healthy, tasty, filling on-the-go snack. These are highly nutritious and contain great texture as well. There are plenty of vegan options offered on the grocery shelves but you could also make your own by mixing dried fruit, nuts, and maple syrup.
Baked Chips
Who doesn’t love chips? With veggie chips, you can choose from virtually any type of vegetable that can be sliced thin and dried to a crisp. If you want a healthy snack, look for chips that are baked and salt-free, or at least low in salt content. The nutrients you get will depend on the type of chips in the snack. Beet and banana chips, for example, are rich sources of potassium, while carrot chips are rich in Vit. A.
Seaweed Crisps
Seaweed crisps are a fantastic, low-calorie snack that packs plenty of nutrients. These are rich in Vit. B9 or folate, Vit. A, Vit. C, and fiber. If you have been looking for a good source of iodine, this is a good option. Seaweed crisps are actually seaweed sheets that are baked and seasoned with salt. Look for products that have the least number of ingredients for a healthier snack.
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