In diet and nutrition plans, we need some snacks or light meals. We like them to be easy and tasty. In this article, we gather some recipes free of artificial sweeteners, sugars, and gluten.
Light meals are necessary for some girls during their weight loss journey because they need food.

First meal: apple slices with cashew butter

Even though nuts are high in calories, a little nut butter satisfies hunger for a long time with the help of the apple. Also, cashew butter is full of healthy fats, magnesium, and many vitamins and minerals so we don’t get the negative effects of dieting.
To prepare, spread 16 grams of cashew butter over two apple slices.

Second meal: eggs with turmeric

Preparation method: Mash the boiled egg yolk with mayonnaise, vinegar, pepper, salt, and mustard then add the egg whites to this mix.
Fried eggs are a light meal rich in protein and good fats. Adding some turmeric makes it full of antioxidants and reduces inflammation.
Just make sure to use sugar-free mayonnaise and mustard. This method helps vary your egg meals and keeps you from getting bored with healthy recipes.
 

The third meal: chocolate balls

We always expect no sweets on a diet, but there’s no harm in enjoying a sweet treat made from healthy ingredients like cashews, cocoa powder, and dates.
Preparation method: Put all the ingredients in a blender and blend well, then add any type of yogurt you like and blend again until you get a suitable thick texture.
Then shape it into balls and put it in the fridge until it sets. Keep in mind not to eat too many and watch the calories carefully.

Meal 4: Pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seeds are a quick, light snack that fits many diets. They’re rich in healthy fats, protein, and zinc. You can add coconut flakes, dried fruits, or toss them on a salad.

Meal 5: Avocado with green pepper

How to prepare: Put one medium avocado, two cups boiled cauliflower, one cup fresh coriander, two cups flour, one garlic clove, a spoon of olive oil, half a teaspoon cumin, salt to taste, half a lemon juice squeeze, and a bit of paprika in a food processor. Blend till it’s a firm dough.
Keep it in the fridge for two days. Eat it with potatoes, peppers, or some grilled veggies. A small amount fills you up for a long time.

Meal 6: Chicken breasts with salad

You can save some cooked chicken breast from lunch and add some salad. This way you get a light meal full of protein and vitamins from the veggies.

Preparation method Cut some vegetables like tomatoes, cucumber, carrot, parsley, arugula or spinach, then add chicken pieces to them. 

Meal seven: pumpkin harissa with coconut yogurt

Preparation method: Easy and only takes a minute. Mix the pumpkin harissa with a cup of coconut yogurt, which is known for being low fat and rich in vitamins.

Meal eight: potato toast with mashed avocado

 Preparation method: Mash the potatoes well, then add some spices like hot pepper, salt, black pepper, and chili powder (if you want). Add a cup of coriander. Put this mix in a pan with some butter to give it a golden color until cooked. Then serve it with mashed avocado. Potato toast is a good choice if you can’t give up bread.

Meal nine: A small amount of nuts

How to prepare this meal: It’s mixing a small handful (smaller than your palm) of nuts together. Even though nuts are high in calories, they’re rich in healthy fats and good for your diet, so you can add them as part of your calorie intake.

Meal ten: Stuffed peppers

How to prepare this meal: Boil the peppers until they’re a bit soft, then stuff them with pieces of grilled or boiled chicken as you like. This meal can be eaten as lunch or a snack since peppers are low calorie.

Meal eleven: Cooked carrots

Preparation method: Roast the carrots in the oven on parchment paper with some spices. This meal is a magic fix if you’re on a low-carb diet because carrots have fewer carbs than potatoes.

Meal 12: Canned salmon

Canned salmon is rich in many vitamins and omega 3. It’s easy to carry and take anywhere, so it’s a perfect choice if you don’t have time to prepare your meal and bring it outside.

Meal 13: Mixed berry pudding

How to prepare:Mix coconut milk, a cup of frozen berries, some chia seeds, and half a spoon of cinnamon powder in a blender until smooth. Then put it in the fridge for at least 3 hours. This meal can be a healthy breakfast, snack, or dinner. Make it whenever you want something sweet. Don’t rush to eat junk food, because you can make this meal instead.

Meal 14: Arugula salad with fried eggs

How to prepare: Arugula is the main salad ingredient. Chop some other veggies like parsley, carrot, and colored bell pepper. Then add protein by including boiled eggs. You can add one or more eggs depending on your choice.
Vegetable salad has a lot of vitamins and helps digestion because it's rich in antioxidants. To add protein, you can fry an extra egg and add it to the salad.

Meal 15: Banana with peanut butter

How to prepare: Cut the banana into small pieces and add a spoon or a spoon and a half of peanut butter. Don’t add too much peanut butter because it has a lot of calories. Banana is a perfect, healthy snack because it has magnesium. Magnesium is very important to boost the immune system. You can add peanut butter for a sweet taste and also to avoid harmful sweets and sugars.

Meal 16: Cabbage leaves with chicken pieces

How to prepare: This meal is boiled cabbage leaves wrapped around small chicken pieces. This recipe has very few carbs, so it's good for keto or low carb diets. You can eat this as a snack or a substantial meal because it will keep you full for a long time.

Meal 17: Tuna pieces with celery

Preparation method: Drain the tuna from the oil, add a spoon of mayo and a squeeze of lemon. Then chop some celery and bell peppers and eat together. Tuna is a healthy meal rich in protein, so many athletes rely on it. Have it with some crunchy celery pieces. You can always keep these ingredients in your fridge to have a healthy meal during lazy times.

Meal eighteen: Potatoes with veggies

Preparation method:Grill some veggies like peppers, potatoes, zucchini, and onions in the oven on parchment paper so they don't stick, with a bit of olive oil. It takes only 20 minutes in the oven. This meal has all the nutrients.

Meal nineteen: Vegetable soup

Preparation method: Chop veggies like zucchini, peas, carrots, and tomatoes. Add enough water and let the veggies cook together. Vegetable soup is a light meal that doesn't tire the stomach and is very low in calories. You can cook it with any leftover veggies you have.

Meal twenty: Mix of almonds and cherries

How to prepare: You can mix some almonds and dried cherries and sprinkle some cocoa powder on them.
Cocoa powder and almonds have lots of minerals and antioxidants, which helps avoid the bad effects of strict diets. This meal is easy to take out sealed in a good container and makes a quick snack. But don't exceed the amount that fits in your palm because it's quite calorie-dense.

Meal twenty one: Kale chips

 How to prepare:Place bread in a tray and put kale leaves on top until it covers it all. Don't forget to brush the tray with olive oil before using. Sprinkle salt before putting the tray in the oven.
It will take 10 to 15 minutes for the tray to cook. This meal has few calories so you can eat a large amount without many calories. Not many people know the health benefits of kale, but it's full of antioxidants and vitamins A and B. This recipe lets you enjoy the benefits of kale chips and gives you the feeling of eating fries that many rely on.

Meal twenty two: Cucumber with chickpea salad

How to prepare: Cut the cucumber and dip it in hummus then eat it. This meal works on days when you can't cook many meals. It's easy and doesn't need much time or equipment.