8 Healthy Snacks Under 200 Calories

Whether you've just started a new healthy eating regimen or you've been eating healthy for a while, finding healthy snacks can always present an issue. Often times, it can be challenging to find healthy snacks that are nutritious, lower in calories and balanced. Here are 8 easy snack ideas that will fuel your body and are easy to take on the go.

1. Organic Mozzarella Cheese + 1/2 Piece of Fruit - Organic mozzarella string cheese is easily portable and contains a great amount of protein and fat. Pair one string cheese portion with 1/2 piece of your favorite fruit. This could be apple, orange, pear or the fruit of your choice.

2. Almonds + Fruit - Whole pieces of fruit are one of the easiest pieces of food to take with you. So if you're on the go, take whole fruit. Almonds (or any kind of nuts) are also a fantastic source of healthy fats and protein. In addition, they travel well and don't have to be refrigerated. Pick 10-15 nuts of your choice with 1/2 piece of fruit.

3. Nuts + Granola - Make your own mini trail mix. Combine 10-15 nuts of your choice (almonds, walnuts, cashews) and mix with 1/4 C of your favorite gluten free or regular granola. Chop up the nuts and mix in with the granola. Place your mix in a small plastic bag and you're ready to grab and go.

4. Grass-fed Whey Protein Meal Replacement Shake - A good quality meal replacement shake without chemicals and artificial sweeteners and made with grass-fed whey can be the perfect snack. You can portion out your desired amount into a plastic bag and carry a shaker with you. All you need to do is add water, shake up and go!

5. Chips + Cheese - Grab 10-12 of your favorite kind of veggie chips (sweet potato, kale, zucchini, beet) and pair with one ounce of your favorite type of cheese. Pack in a small to go cooler if you need to carry with you.

6. Nuts + Vegetables - Pick your favorite type of nuts (about 10-15) and pair them with 1/2 cup of your preferred cut vegetables. Carrots, celery, broccoli, peppers and cauliflower all make great choices. This is an easy way to get in some extra veggies!

7. Small to Medium Avocado - Pack on the healthy fats with avocado. Avocados are fantastic to travel with and provide an excellent source of monounsaturated fat. Cut in half, spring with Himalayan sea salt and pepper to taste and dig in!

8. Beans + Quinoa - This snack requires a small amount of preparation but is easy to take with you once it's cooked. Pick your favorite type of bean (black beans, white beans, pinto beans) and measure out 1/4 c. Rinse beans and pat semi dry with paper towel. Cook 1/4 C quinoa. Combine beans plus quinoa in a travel container. Mix your bean and quinoa mixture with 1 tsp of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Pack and enjoy later in the day. Tip: Prepare a meal the night before using quinoa. Add in extra quinoa when cooking and set aside the additional quinoa for the next day's snack.