Spring Break Snackin'

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For Kent State Students, Spring Break is here and that means warmer weather is around the corner. This means fun in the sun and time spent with friends inside in outside. With more outdoor activities to partake in, it is vital to stay hydrated and fueled throughout the day. Here are some snacks and drink pairs that will keep you energized.

LADYBUG VEGGIE TRAY

 Just olives and tomatoes placed in the shape of a ladybug, this snack is low calorie and the perfect grab and go pool side snack. Add cheese, nut butter, yogurt, crackers, and other veggies around the ladybug for extra fun and variety. Adding cheese and nut butter or yogurt can be a good way to increase the nutrient density of this snack to leave you and your friends feeling fueled longer. Pair this with an ice water with red raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries to fit the ladybug theme. Freeze the berries to get a nice frozen snack in the water as well!

EDIBLE INSECTS

These little critters are the only bugs you want invited to your outdoor gathering. Easy to make and a fun activity to do with kiddos, these veggie insects are a great way to get a healthy snack in when enjoying the sunshine. All you need is celery, nut butter or cream cheese, your favorite fruits and veggies, and some imagination to bring these critters to life. Pair this with a lemon water or homemade lemonade for an extra hydrating snack break!


FUN TIP: A key trick to making snacks that fuel is to make them with at least two macronutrients- a carbohydrate, protein, and/or fat. This will take longer to digest and will fuel the body longer. This trick also adds flavor and texture variety that might make healthy snacks more enticing for picky eaters. 


Stay safe, stay hydrated, and stay active this spring! 

KM


All photo credits, recipe ideas, and more found at: https://partieswithacause.com/nature-snacks-edible-crafts-for-kids/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_term=1089315718_52263558_265707

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Just olives and tomatoes placed in the shape of a ladybug, this snack is low calorie and the perfect grab and go pool side snack. Add cheese, crackers, and other veggies around the ladybug for extra fun and variety. Pair this with an ice water with red raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries to fit the ladybug theme.  Freeze the berries to get a nice frozen snack in the water as well!

 

 

Edible Insects

Edible insects made from fruits and veggies on cutting boardThese little critters are the only bugs you want invited to your outdoor gathering. Easy to make and a fun activity to do with kiddos, these veggie insects are a great way to get a healthy snack in when enjoying the sunshine. All you need is celery, nut butter or cream cheese, your favorite fruits and veggies, and some imagination to bring these spring friends to life. Pair this with a lemon water or homemade lemonade for an extra hydrating snack break!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stay safe, hydrated, and active this spring!

 

KM

All photo credits, recipe ideas, and more found at: https://partieswithacause.com/nature-snacks-edible-crafts-for-kids/?utm_medium=social&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_term=1089315718_52263558_265707

Comments

  1. SKMarch 29, 2022 at 5:46 PM

    Hi KM,

    I can't get over how cute these snacks are! I love how people can get so creative with food. I found this link to some other super creative spring break/springtime snacks!
    https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/67266/20-adorable-doable-spring-treats-kids/
    Happy spring break and snacking!

    SK

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  2. AshleyApril 28, 2022 at 6:11 PM

    Always a huge fan of cute and fun things to make for the little ones in my life. In addition to getting kids to eat something nutritious, arranging foods in fun ways like this also inspires kids to be creative. Especially if they are an artist, they might be interested in trying new foods just so that they could make a certain insect or animal that they like. Initially, I thought the ladybug was made up of candy, and I was so excited to read that it was made up of olives and tomatoes--how fun!
    Thanks for sharing, I'll have to try that one!
    AF

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