Snack suggestions please - I have some annoying dietary restrictions and could use some workarounds

Sam_LJackson

Hi!

I've lost about 17lbs with MFP (yay!) and I didn't have a lot to lose so I'm slowing down the weight loss for the last few pounds. Unfortunately, I'm having trouble figuring out how to up my calories without eating just junk food to make up the difference.

Here's what I've been eating in addition to the (relatively) healthy stuff:
- chips
- chocolate bars
- alcoholic coolers

So, delicious, and not a big deal in moderation, but I'm consuming 4-600 calories of these items a day when I feel like things should be a little more moderate.

Anyway, I'd love to get some suggestions on quick easy snacks that can be prepared in advance for the 3:30 pm hunger attack at work - thinking something in the 200-300 calorie range.

Here are the caveats though:
- Can't offend the delicate peanut-fearing and smelly food-avoiding sensibilities of my coworkers
- Has to be able to be prepared in advance, preferably several days in advance; between working out and commuting it's tough to prep food on a work day
- Tricky one: has to more or less work with Crohn's low residue diet, which means that, in general, crunchy stuff with skins that may be hard to digest can cause challenges (e.g., apples with skins, celery, almonds, berries)

Any suggestions?? Would really appreciate any help you've got!

bbontheb

Are you on Fodmap diet at all?

I eat canned salmon on rice cakes (not so smelly as you would think) quite a bit for snacks. I am on low fodmap so I have many things I can't eat but lucky to be able to eat skins/seeds in stuff. I also smash up hard boiled eggs and add a tsp of mayo and put on rice cakes. I can't have wheat so rice cakes are my go-to thing.

Cooked quinoa with a few veggies and lemon juice, parsley. Cut up cukes, or peppers (skins though).

Prepackaged instant oatmeal or large flake oats to make in microwave, add a half banana.

Sam_LJackson

bbontheb wrote: »

Are you on Fodmap diet at all?

I eat canned salmon on rice cakes (not so smelly as you would think) quite a bit for snacks. I am on low fodmap so I have many things I can't eat but lucky to be able to eat skins/seeds in stuff. I also smash up hard boiled eggs and add a tsp of mayo and put on rice cakes. I can't have wheat so rice cakes are my go-to thing.

Cooked quinoa with a few veggies and lemon juice, parsley. Cut up cukes, or peppers (skins though).

Prepackaged instant oatmeal or large flake oats to make in microwave, add a half banana.

Had to google Fodmap - nothing so specific, but looks good! I just find I'm better off avoiding high residue foods so I'm good about it...sometimes. I try to be anyway. Looks pretty close to what I've found by trial and error anyway, especially evil delicious chorizo.

Really like the egg salad on rice cakes idea! Easy, convenient, and low fuss.

Cukes is good too, just have to peel the skins off.

Thanks so much!

BeginnersBootcamp

I am a massive fan of rice cakes. When i'm a bit hungry, or bored and think I may be hungry, I grab a rice cake. If i'm REALLY hungry I put peanut butter on it, or make an open faced sandwich out of it. I also prep my fruits and veggies as soon as I get home from the store so they're already peeled/cut/portioned in the fridge and ready to grab for a quick snack. Maybe some rice crackers? Beef jerky?

monicamegatron

I have recently discovered a great snack that is super easy. If you like jello try mixing it before you set it in the fridge with Greek yogurt and fruit or veggies of your choice. Low cal, with the yoghurt you get extra vitamins as well. Annnnnnd bonus, you can store it in a 4 oz mason jelly jar and reuse as needed. Super easy!

rainbowbow

Can you eat greek yogurt? Or oats?

Sam_LJackson

rainbowbow wrote: »

Can you eat greek yogurt? Or oats?

Yogurt - Can and do! I've been eating the low fat stuff, which is not as tasty, but I'm going to up the ante.

How do you eat your oats?

Sam_LJackson

BeginnersBootcamp wrote: »

I am a massive fan of rice cakes. When i'm a bit hungry, or bored and think I may be hungry, I grab a rice cake. If i'm REALLY hungry I put peanut butter on it, or make an open faced sandwich out of it. I also prep my fruits and veggies as soon as I get home from the store so they're already peeled/cut/portioned in the fridge and ready to grab for a quick snack. Maybe some rice crackers? Beef jerky?

Sounds like rice cakes are a no-brainer. Peanut butter might be a challenge (nut allergy folks) but maybe I could rock a cheese spread of some sort?

Thanks!

Sam_LJackson

monicamegatron wrote: »

I have recently discovered a great snack that is super easy. If you like jello try mixing it before you set it in the fridge with Greek yogurt and fruit or veggies of your choice. Low cal, with the yoghurt you get extra vitamins as well. Annnnnnd bonus, you can store it in a 4 oz mason jelly jar and reuse as needed. Super easy!

Sounds tasty, although jello and veggies sounds iffy to me - is that good?

rainbowbow

Sam_LJackson wrote: »

rainbowbow wrote: »

Can you eat greek yogurt? Or oats?

Yogurt - Can and do! I've been eating the low fat stuff, which is not as tasty, but I'm going to up the ante.

How do you eat your oats?

So i was going to suggest something i love to eat.

I use-

1 package/cup of fage 0% plain greek yogurt
oats (uncooked but they soften as you refrigerate this overnight)
chocolate protein powder
cocoa powder
some chopped almonds (about a tablespoon of blanched almonds)
some chopped chocolate chips (about a tablespoon)
a tablespoon of pb2

It ends up looking and tasting like those no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies

monicamegatron

Sam_LJackson wrote: »

monicamegatron wrote: »

I have recently discovered a great snack that is super easy. If you like jello try mixing it before you set it in the fridge with Greek yogurt and fruit or veggies of your choice. Low cal, with the yoghurt you get extra vitamins as well. Annnnnnd bonus, you can store it in a 4 oz mason jelly jar and reuse as needed. Super easy!

Sounds tasty, although jello and veggies sounds iffy to me - is that good?

Yep! Well some. Shredded zuchinni and shredded carrots take on the flavor of whatever you put them with.

bbontheb

You can get those prepackaged amounts of hummus to take with baby carrots, or other veggies you can eat?

I'm liking the ideas as well since I have so many food issues, lol...need more variety!