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Make-Ahead High Protein Snack Jars

Close-up of a high protein snack jar

Quick answer: Hummus, deli turkey, vegetables and pumpkin seeds layer into a jar for about 26 grams of protein. Sodium runs about 585mg per serving (~25% of the WHO’s 2,300mg daily limit), mostly from the turkey and hummus together. Ten minutes to assemble a batch. Why This Snack Works This is built the same way … Read more

High Protein Chia Pudding with Cottage Cheese

High protein chia pudding with cottage cheese and berries

Quick answer: This chia pudding gets to about 29 grams of protein from chia seeds, blended cottage cheese and Greek yogurt — no protein powder involved. It needs about 5 minutes of hands-on time, then sits in the fridge overnight. Why This Snack Works Three ingredients each pull real weight here: chia seeds contribute fiber … Read more