10 Healthy and easy to make recipes for those mid-night cravings
Just when you thought you were all set for the night with the five alarms and clothes ironed, there is an urge to raid the fridge! Late-night snacking is often discouraged by fitness experts. However, here are 10 healthy snacking recipes for those who can't get the better of these late-night cravings.
Hummus and veggies
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1. Hummus and veggiesAlthough [chickpeas and tahini] individually are only partial proteins, when combined to make hummus, they become a full protein. You can use hummus as a dip for raw vegetables as a late-night snack resulting in a tasty and delightful snack.
Oatmeal
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2. OatmealAlthough you generally only think about oatmeal in the morning, it also has several advantages at night. Oats are a complex carb that, among other things, regulate blood sugar surges that can disrupt your sleep since they digest slowly.
Raosted Chana
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3. Roasted ChanaYou enjoy hummus, so why not enjoy these little treats in their crispiest, purest form? Chickpeas is a popular healthy food options that can help you sleep better because they are high in protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals.
Eggs
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4. EggsAdd a freshly cut onion topping it off with cream and make a healthier deviled-eggs options. Eggs will give you the satisfaction of really have eaten soemthing powered with protein.
Fruit yogurt
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5. Fruit YogurtInstead of loading your dish with sugary sweetener (which may cause your blood sugar to fluctuate), add fresh fruit and crunchy chia seeds into the a pack of frozen greek-yogurt.
Banana and peanut butter
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6. Banana and peanut butterPotassium, which is present in bananas, helps stimulate relaxation. Combine that with peanut butter for a satisfying late-night snack that is not only delicious but also packed with satisfying good fats.
Seed mixture
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7. Seed mixtureWhat's crunchy and tasty at the same time- seeds. With flax seeds being the 'It' thing, simply adding them to any food item you whip up of simply making a seed mixture can give you the needful energy and satisfy your munching cravings.
Open- Sandwich
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8. Open- sandwichA quick fix of sandwich with in-house sauces (mint chutney) layered with store bought ham or cottage cheese for variation.
Popcorn
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9. PopcornYou're trying to curb a craving, not induce into a full-blown food coma. Popcorn comes into play in this situation. You can have this addictively salty, crisp snack without feeling bloated before heading to bed.
Trail mix
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10. Trail mixA handful of dry-fruit mix can never go wrong and is always the safer option for allthose late night cravings. Given their high protein content and good fats, a mere handful of nuts is an ideal no-cook option.
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