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7 snacks that’ll pep you up!

Slumping off at the desk after lunch? Your daily commute back home killing you? All you need is a s

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7 snacks thatll pep you up

Slumping off at the desk after lunch? Your daily commute back home killing you?  All you need is a small, energy snack. Here are 7 recipes for instant energy snacks that also instantly gratify your taste buds. 

Banana and peanut sandwich – Bananas, every athlete’s favourite fruit and peanuts are a storehouse of energy. Both release energy slowly and help the brain stay alert for a longer time. This banana and peanut butter sandwich ticks the taste box too! Alternatively you can bake an apple banana and pecan loaf and slice it up for a delish snack time treat. 

Hummus Creamy, smooth and flavourful, this Middle Eastern chickpea dip comes packed with energy. Also a great source of protein and fibre hummus is a great dish to replace other fatty dips with. Try different variations like - Roasted pumpkin, bell pepper, Cumin and olive hummus or our favourite anar hummus and serve with pita and crackers or as a sandwich spread - you can never get bored! 

Masala Oats Crusted Chicken Nuggets – Succulent pieces of chicken with a crunchy masala oats crust are perfect chatpata energy bites. Oats are one of the healthiest carbs ever. A very versatile ingredient you can use oats to make cakes and cookies, porridges, to crumb and fry and also add to batters for dholkas, pakoras, idlis and uttapams for a healthy twist. 

Apple, Barley and Pumpkin Seed Salad – Turn a good fresh salad into a delicious lunch. When you need to stock up on the energy without eating fatty and high calorie food, you can always turn to fresh fruits. Pumpkin seeds add a refreshing crunch with plenty of nutrients, fibre and energy thrown in. The barley fills up your stomach totally – so it’s also a great post workout meal. 

Fried egg on Quinoa – High in protein and antioxidants, low in glycemic index, quick to cook, gluten free and vegan – quinoa’s super food status is no surprise. Make a flavourful quinoa and vegetable stir fry and serve with fried or scrambled eggs for a delicious healthy meal that peps you up instantly.

Muesli with Chia Seeds – Muesli for one is a healthy ingredient; mix it along with other super foods like chia seeds, sweetened hung yogurt, and nuts, berries and fruits of your choice. An energizing, healthy, fibrous, tasty and crunchy snack/ dessert is ready. Serve in little shot glasses as a healthy dessert for parties and gatherings. 

Energy Laddoos – They are called energy laddoos because that exactly what they do – energize you! Made with the simplest ingredients like – almonds, peanut butter, chocolate chips, honey and sesame seeds, you could also turn these into cool homemade energy bars. A total hit with kids. 

Besides these, there are several more recipes and fun food stories that help make daily life easier for you on sanjeevkapoor.com. Keep browsing. 


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