Are you looking to reduce inflammation? You may want to take a look at your added sugar intake. While any food can fit into a healthy diet, excess added sugars may contribute to chronic inflammation, leading to a higher risk of conditions like diabetes, heart disease and arthritis over time. Fortunately, these snack recipes have zero added sugars and highlight inflammation-fighting ingredients like berries, nut butters, legumes and whole grains. Try our Lemon-Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites or our No-Added-Sugar Smoothie for a delicious, nutritious bite that will help you feel your best.
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Lemon-Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites
Photographer: Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley.
These lemon-strawberry yogurt bites are the ultimate frozen dessert and made without added sugar. Juicy strawberries are coated in tangy yogurt kissed with vanilla, lemon zest and a hint of warm spice before being dusted with a powdery layer of crushed freeze-dried strawberries.
No-Added-Sugar Smoothie
Photographer: Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley.
This healthy strawberry smoothie is tart, creamy and naturally sweet. The frozen strawberries and fresh dates add the perfect amount of sweetness to balance the tart passion fruit and a splash of vanilla ties it all together.
Ranch Roasted Chickpeas
Ali Redmond
These ranch-flavored roasted chickpeas are a savory snack that delivers the familiar tangy-herb taste of ranch dressing. Seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder and dried herbs, they crisp up beautifully in the oven.
Blueberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie
Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Hannah Grennwood.
This chia seed smoothie is a nutrient-packed drink that’s naturally sweet and refreshing. It blends frozen peaches and sweet frozen blueberries with a splash of almond milk and yogurt for a creamy, fruity base.
Pickled Tuna Salad
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This pickled tuna salad gets its flavor from chopped dill pickles and uses the pickle brine to enhance the flavor. Serve it on a slice of toasted whole-wheat bread, on crackers or with crisp veggies for an easy snack.
Green Smoothie
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless.
This vibrant smoothie is a refreshing way to start your day. The spinach blends in seamlessly without overpowering the sweet tropical flavors. Banana adds a creamy texture, while mango and pineapple bring natural sweetness and a bright, sunny taste.
Lemon-Blueberry Frozen Yogurt Bites
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Styling: Christina Brockman
These frozen yogurt bites, filled with probiotic yogurt and plenty of prebiotic blueberries, will help keep your gut in tip-top shape. This easy frozen snack is versatile, too—swap out the blueberries for raspberries or strawberries for a different twist with the same health benefits.
Peanut Butter-Banana Flaxseed Smoothie
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower.
This smoothie is a creamy, satisfying drink. The banana adds natural sweetness and helps create a smooth, rich texture. Peanut butter brings a delicious nutty flavor along with plant-based protein to keep you full longer. Ground flaxseed boosts the smoothie with fiber and omega-3s. Blended with almond milk, it’s a quick and delicious way to fuel your day.
Trail Mix Energy Bites
photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle
These energy balls are made with black beans for a delicious, nutritious twist on a classic snack. Black beans add plant-based protein and fiber, while also acting as the perfect binder to keep the ingredients together. Dates and apricots add natural sweetness to the mixture.
Strawberry-Mango Chia Seed Smoothie
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle.
This chia seed smoothie is a nutrient-packed drink rich in fiber, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids. You can use frozen strawberries and mango, but you’ll need to add extra almond milk to help it blend smoothly.
Savory Cottage Cheese Snack Jar
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This creamy, crunchy snack packs 20 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber in one small mason jar. Adding the chickpeas right before serving will keep them crunchy.
No-Added-Sugar Mango Lassi Smoothie
photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle
Made with juicy frozen mangoes, creamy strained (Greek-style) yogurt and nutrient-packed hemp seeds, this high-protein smoothie is inspired by the Indian drink and keeps you full and energized for your busy day!
Spinach-Feta Cakes
photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle
These savory cakes combine plenty of spinach with the tangy creaminess of feta cheese. Baking them in a muffin tin ensures portions are perfectly sized and easy to grab.
Berry–Green Tea Smoothie
Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
This berry-green tea smoothie recipe is a refreshing, nutrient-packed beverage with plenty of anti-inflammatory benefits. It combines antioxidant-rich berries, green tea and omega-3-rich chia seeds with the natural sweetness of dates, blending into a delicious, healthy drink. It’s perfect for starting your day or as a post-workout recovery drink. Your favorite berry or a blend of berries will work well here.
Anti-Inflammatory Strawberry Chia Pudding
Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
This strawberry chia pudding is a convenient grab-and-go breakfast with plenty of benefits. Strawberries are loaded with antioxidants, while chia seeds offer omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and protein—all nutrients that can help lower inflammation.
Creamy Raspberry-Peach Chia Seed Smoothie
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey
Chia seeds add a healthy dose of fiber to keep you full and satisfied. The natural sweetness of frozen peaches combined with dates and the tangy brightness of raspberries make every sip refreshing and satisfying.
Strawberries and Cottage Cheese
This snack mixes a serving of dairy with a serving of fresh fruit and provides a boost of vitamin C and calcium to your day.
Anti-Inflammatory Lemon-Blueberry Smoothie
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist Jennifer Wendorf
The kale, hemp seeds and green tea in this bright, lemony smoothie all contain antioxidants that can help fight inflammation. Banana adds natural sweetness, so adding honey is completely optional.
