Healthy Snacks That Wont Spike Your Blood Sugar

Lisette Marie

35. Canned Tuna & Pickles – The Protein-Pickle Pairing

Celery sticks filled with egg and tuna salad, healthy vegetable snack. Photo Credit: Envato @Brebca

This savory, low-effort snack might surprise you with how satisfying it is. Canned tuna provides lean protein, omega-3s, and important nutrients like selenium and vitamin D, all of which support metabolic health and energy regulation. Pickles, on the other hand, bring crunch, flavor, and virtually zero carbs—plus fermented varieties contain probiotics that benefit gut health and may indirectly support blood sugar balance. Spoon tuna into pickle halves, mix with mustard, or add a bit of Greek yogurt for creaminess. It’s quick, filling, and ideal for busy days when you need serious fuel fast.

36. Green Smoothie Popsicles – A Smart Frozen Treat

Two green vegan sorbet popsicles on white background. Photo Credit: Envato @Kattecat

Turn your green smoothie into a fun, blood sugar-friendly treat by freezing it into popsicle molds. Blend spinach, cucumber, avocado, lemon juice, and a few berries with unsweetened almond milk or coconut water for a creamy, refreshing snack. The fiber from the veggies and healthy fats from the avocado help buffer any sugar from the fruit, making it a low-glycemic way to satisfy a sweet craving. These popsicles are hydrating, energizing, and perfect for hot afternoons or post-workout recovery. You get all the benefits of a green smoothie—just in frozen form.

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35. Canned Tuna & Pickles – The Protein-Pickle Pairing

36. Green Smoothie Popsicles – A Smart Frozen Treat

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