Chickpeas

Finding low-fat, high protein snacks to eat in between meals can be difficult during a busy work day. While it sometimes seems easier to head to the vending machine to grab a bag of chips or a candy bar, there are some great alternatives out there if you’re able to plan ahead. Aside from being packed with protein, chickpeas provide a great source of folic acid, fiber and are rich in minerals like zinc, magnesium, iron and copper. I like to roast chickpeas the night before work and then have them for a crunchy nutritious snack the next day. Just one cup of chickpeas provides a whopping 15 grams of protein!