When it comes to snacking, it can be difficult to make healthy choices.
And in the summer, we want to avoid foods that will make us feel heavy and tired.
We need enough energy to do all the fun summer things!
That’s why I put together this list of light and healthy summer snacks.
There’s no need to get bored by eating the same ol’ stuff all the time, when you have so many tasty options to choose from!
These healthy snacks for summer range from savory to sweet …
… and are all filled with nutritious ingredients that you’ll feel good about eating or sharing with your family.
Best of all, they’ll help you stay satisfied between those healthy summer meals. Let’s check ‘em out!
Healthy Summer Snack Ideas
Everything Bagel Cream Cheese Peppers
This quick and easy snack has all the flavors of your favorite everything bagel with cream cheese.
With just 4 ingredients, they’re also inexpensive and healthy, but always a crowd-pleaser.
Protein Snack Pack
Protein Snack Packs filled with hard-boiled eggs, almonds, hummus, and crunchy veggies.
An easy and delicious lunch that’s perfect for any protein lover, or totally customizable for your favorite ingredients.
Cranberry Almond Energy Bites
Cranberry Almond Energy Bites are a no-bake snack that are easy to make and even easier to throw in your bag for a quick, healthy snack or treat.
Oats, chopped almonds, dried cranberries, almond butter, honey, chia seeds and cinnamon are mixed together to create a sweet, delicious bite.
Rainbow Veggie Skewers
Turn the classic, somewhat boring veggie tray concept on its head by creating these beautiful Rainbow Kabobs.
Serve with hummus or your favorite veggie dip, and watch everyone have so much fun munching!
Watermelon Popsicles
For a kid-friendly, frozen treat, try these homemade Watermelon Popsicles!
They are made with simple, fresh ingredients and don’t require any added sugar.
Mediterranean Pinwheels
Mediterranean Pinwheels are the perfect finger food for your next outdoor picnic.
Tortillas are filled with hummus, feta cheese, roasted red peppers, arugula, red onion and parsley, before being rolled and cut into a crowd-pleasing bite sized appetizer or lunch.
Watermelon & Mozzarella Skewers
Watermelon & Mozzarella Skewers are a super simple summery snack or light lunch for you to enjoy!
With only four ingredients, you can serve these refreshing Watermelon, Mozzarella, Basil & Prosciutto Skewers without even breaking a sweat.
Funfetti Banana Bread
Transform traditional banana bread into a fun summertime treat with this Funfetti Banana Bread recipe.
It’s a healthier, whole wheat version, but the kids will never know!
Easy Cowboy Caviar
This easy Cowboy Caviar is a colorful dip or salad made with a mix of black beans, black-eyed peas, fresh veggies, and a tangy lime dressing.
Eat it with a spoon, top your grilled meat, or scoop it onto a chip for the perfect bite!
3-Ingredient Cocoa Almonds
Perfectly crunchy, healthy, and cocoa-chocolatey almonds can be yours with just a few ingredients and 10 minutes.
Plus, it’s way healthier and cheaper than the store-bought stuff.
Peach Jalapeno Salsa
Delicious, refreshing homemade Tomato Peach Jalapeno Salsa is so so good.
The tomatoes, fresh or canned peaches, and jalapeno combine with lime juice for a delicious, bright flavor that is perfect on salty tortilla chips.
Easy Ham and Cheese Wrap
If you’re looking for a quick and easy lunch idea, this simple Ham and Cheese Wrap recipe is hard to beat.
A few simple ingredients and 10 minutes is all you need to make these tasty roll ups.
Date Granola Bars
Easy Date Granola Bars are made with oats and packed full of delicious dates, apricots, cranberries, and nuts and seeds for crunch.
Best of all, they’re no-bake, and everything is combined in 5 minutes, then left to set in the refrigerator.
Fruity Chicken Salad
Indulge in a refreshing twist on a classic with Fruity Chicken Salad!
Succulent chicken meets sweet mandarin oranges and grapes, balanced with crunchy celery and almonds, all brought together with a simple mayonnaise dressing.
It’s a delightful fusion that promises a burst of flavors with every bite.
4-Ingredient Cheese Crackers
Homemade Cheese Crackers are sooo much better than any store bought crackers!
They’re full of real cheddar cheese, they’re crispy and flaky, and contain only 4 ingredients.
Cheesy Sun-Dried Tomato Pizza Bars
Savory and cheesy Sun-dried Tomato Pizza Bars make a delicious and satisfying portable snack or lunch.
Packed with nutrition and staying power, it’s basically a savory granola bar - how fun is that?!
Easy Charcuterie Skewers
Take your favorite charcuterie ingredients on the go with these fun and easy Charcuterie Skewers. They’re a breeze to put together, and can be enjoyed without utensils!
Healthier Rice Krispie Bars
These irresistible Healthier Rice Krispie Bars are crunchy and sweet, but with healthier and more filling ingredients than the traditional recipe.
Have them for breakfast or a snack!
Bacon and Egg Picnic Slice
This SUPER easy Bacon and Egg Picnic Slice is a twist on the classic New Zealand bacon and egg pie.
It’s easier, quicker and has all the flavors of the original, with a few flavor-packed tweaks.
Chocolate Coconut Date Balls
No Bake Chocolate Coconut Date Balls are quick and easy to throw together, keep you energized, and are great for taking on the go.
The almonds add a boost of protein, and the chocolate coconut combo is unbelievably tasty. Perfect for when you want something healthy but a little sweet, too.
Watermelon Skewers with Feta
These take-along Watermelon Skewers with Feta and Mint Pesto are a quick, easy, and healthy snack to enjoy outdoors.
They’re so refreshing on a hot summer day!
Blackberry Yogurt Popsicles
Blackberry Yogurt Popsicles are the perfect healthy treat! Instead of reaching for ice cream, you'll want to grab these delicious and light ice pops on those hot summer days.
3-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Bars
3-ingredient Banana Oatmeal Bars are perfectly soft, nutty and sweet, yet they have no added sugar!
They’re such a quick, easy, and healthy snack or breakfast for all ages.
Vegan Wraps with Hummus
Make these delicious Veggie Wraps with hummus and eat the rainbow!
This effortless wrap sandwich takes just minutes to make, is bright, fresh, and tasty, and packed with fiber, plant protein, and other essential nutrients.
Sandwich Kabobs
Why not put all your favorite sandwich elements on an easy-to-eat kabob?
Bread, deli meat, cheese, lettuce, and maybe some black olives, pickles, or ripe cherry tomatoes, are all fun ideas to include in these easy Sandwich Kabobs.
Banana Blueberry Mini Muffins
Adorable and healthy Mini Blueberry Banana Muffins are perfect for little hands and make a nutritious snack option for the whole family!
Made with almond flour, this healthy snack is packed full of healthy fats and fiber, with no added sugar.
Toasted Za’atar Pita Chips
Toasted Za’atar Pita Chips are tasty triangles of za’atar seasoned pita bread toasted to crispy perfection.
They’re a delicious companion to hummus, mezze platters, or served alongside your Mediterranean meal.
Irresistible Fudgy Date Brownies
Yes, you can make irresistible, moist, and fudgy brownies that are also gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free.
With just a handful of ingredients, this chocolatey sweet treat can be yours in about 30 minutes and will satisfy your sweet cravings.
Pickled Watermelon Rind
Transform your watermelon rinds into pickles! This unique, fun, and healthy recipe looks so colorful, and will definitely be a conversation starter at your gathering.
Cinnamon Almond Granola
Loaded with chopped almonds and crunchy oats (and only 4 other ingredients), this homemade Cinnamon Almond Granola is great for healthy snacking.
Plus, it’s a cinch to make and way better than the stuff at the store!
Ranch Snack Mix
Ranch Snack Mix recipe is always a huge hit, with irresistible flavors that will keep them coming back for more.
The addition of nuts gives it more nutrition and staying power than traditional snack mixes.
Chocolate Granola Clusters
Chocolate Granola Clusters are scrumptious to eat and unbelievably quick and easy to make.
They’re a healthier version of traditional chocolate clusters, and packed with fiber and protein.
Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
Easy Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks are panko-breaded mozzarella string cheese cooked to crispy perfection in about five minutes.
They cook up crispy on the outside with melted stretchy mozzarella on the inside and are just as tasty as the deep-fried version.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack Bars
These delicious homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Snack Bars have the perfect balance of sweet, salty, soft, crunchy, firm and chewiness.
They’re a healthier version of traditional snack bars, with protein-filled ingredients.
Spiced Air Fryer Chickpeas
Crispy Air fryer Chickpeas are seasoned to perfection and cooked until crispy crunchy in the air fryer.
They can be enjoyed by the handful as a snack or added to salads for a flavorful crunch.
Pineapple Pico de Gallo
Pineapple Pico de Gallo is a tropical twist on the classic fresh salsa. It's quick, easy, and refreshing on a hot summer day.
Just bring some tortilla chips and snack away!
Homemade Raspberry Fruit Leather
Homemade Raspberry Fruit Leather is made with only four ingredients, and it is a much healthier and fresher version of those fruit roll-ups we all loved as kids.
It’s easier than you’d think!
Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Satisfy your snack cravings with delicious Peanut Butter Protein Bars.
Packed with protein and natural ingredients, these bars are the perfect on-the-go snack to keep you energized and satisfied throughout the day.
Tzatziki Dip
Tzatziki Dip uses refreshing cucumber, creamy Greek yogurt, and fresh dill and comes together in just 10 minutes!
Thick and creamy - and never runny - serve it with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or crackers.
Burrata Stuffed Tomatoes
Burrata Stuffed Tomatoes are a light and bright bite-size finger food, perfect for summertime.
With only 4 ingredients, it’s quick, simple, and colorful, and looks pretty too!
Smoked Salmon and Dill Pinwheels
Smoked Salmon and Dill Pinwheels are the ultimate crowd pleasing snack or lunch.
Smoked salmon, cream cheese, dill, red onion, lemon and capers all rolled up and dipped into a creamy and tangy dipping sauce.
Tortellini Caprese Skewers
Tortellini Caprese Skewer Kabobs are a refreshing summer appetizer with grape tomatoes, basil, tortellini, and mini mozzarella cheese balls topped in a balsamic glaze.
You'll have this wildly addictive snack ready in about 20 minutes.
Pesto Pasta Salad with Chicken
Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad has it all. Quick and easy to make? Yes!
Lots of fresh veggies? Yep! Tons of flavor? You bet! It’s such a great option for a hearty snack light lunch.
Fennel-Cucumber Bites with Creamy Tuna
Fennel Cucumber Bites are crunchy with a delicious creamy tuna filling and a combo of salty and naturally sweet flavors.
Soft Brie cheese mixed into tuna, parsley, olive oil, and capers create lots of hearty Mediterranean flavor.
2 Ingredient Salted Caramel Toasted Coconut Chips
Salted Caramel Toasted Coconut Chips Recipe is sure to become a summer snack staple in your house.
So easy to make, and they taste simply delicious.
No Bake Blueberry Muffin Oatmeal Balls
Create healthy snacktime magic with these delicious and healthy no bake Blueberry Muffin Oatmeal Balls.
Each ingredient is packed with fiber and nutrimental benefits that are highly recommended for a balanced energy snack to refuel your body.
Keto Trail Mix
This easy Keto Trail Mix recipe is a great healthy, on the go snack.
It comes together in less than 5 minutes, with no cooking - and can be stored for up to a month!
Peach Chips
Transform those amazing summer peaches into a grab and go crunchy snack. Sprinkle on sweet or spice seasonings to change up the flavor profile.
3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls are so easy to make with a few healthy, simple ingredients.
They are completely vegan, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened.
Spicy Watermelon Jalapeno Salad
This spicy take on Watermelon Salad includes juicy chunks of fresh watermelon, charred corn, lots of herbs, and a spicy jalapeño-lime dressing.
It's a quick, fresh, and flavorful snack or side dish on a hot summer day.