What are protein‑packed gluten‑free vegan snack staples?

Great staples include roasted chickpeas, edamame, hemp seeds, nut butters, and quinoa. These ingredients are naturally high in plant-based protein and free from gluten. They form the base of many homemade snacks like protein bars, energy bites, and crunchy roasted snacks.

Which crunchy snacks combine convenience with protein?

Look for roasted lentils, chickpeas, or quinoa clusters. Seed-based crackers and pea protein chips are also excellent choices. Many of these options offer at least 6g of protein per serving and are perfect for on-the-go snacking.

Can I make high‑protein snacks at home easily?

Absolutely. Many high-protein gluten-free vegan snacks can be made in under 20 minutes. Think no-bake energy bites, oven-roasted edamame, or protein-packed smoothie jars. Most use common pantry ingredients like oats, seeds, nut butters, and plant-based protein powder.

What about protein-rich drinks or creamy snacks?

High-protein smoothies made with flax seeds, almond butter, and vegan protein powder are quick and filling. Chia pudding, white bean dips, and lentil spreads also deliver a creamy texture with a protein boost. They pair well with gluten-free crackers or raw veggies for a balanced snack.

High-Protein Gluten-Free Vegan Snacks

Description

These almond butter quinoa bars are packed with protein, naturally gluten-free, and totally vegan. Perfect for prepping ahead, they make a chewy, satisfying snack for any time of day.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup puffed quinoa
1/2 cup almond butter
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup hemp seeds
2 tbsp chia seeds
1/4 cup chopped almonds
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

1. Line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.

2. In a saucepan over low heat, stir almond butter and maple syrup until smooth.

3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and sea salt.

4. In a large bowl, mix puffed quinoa, hemp seeds, chia seeds, and chopped almonds.

5. Pour wet mixture over dry and mix until combined.

6. Fold in chocolate chips if using.

7. Press mixture firmly into pan using a spatula or your hands.

8. Chill for 1–2 hours until set, then slice into bars.

9. Store in fridge up to 1 week.

Notes

For nut-free: Use sunflower seed butter and skip almonds.

Bars can be frozen up to 1 month. Wrap individually for grab-and-go snacks.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins (no bake)
Category: Snack
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 190
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 60mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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