I have just witnessed my boss eat two Kit-Kats after avoiding sugar all day. We've all been there: 2-3 in the afternoon hits, and we visit the vending machine or snack cupboard to enjoy a little pick-me-up. While the odd treat is fine, here are ten healthier office snack ideas that are just as satisfying.
Healthy office snacking options for you and your team
1. Fresh fruit salad
Nothing beats raw, fresh fruit for boosting productivity. It's packed full of vitamins, minerals and fibre that increase energy levels and focus. Our premium office fruit boxes make it easy to keep the whole office topped up daily.
2. Healthy trail mix
Nuts, dried fruit, and chocolate chips offer protein, healthy fats, minerals and little bit of sweetness to keep hunger at bay. Store in airtight containers to stay fresh (and cut down on packaging waste) and watch as the whole office takes handfuls of it. Don’t forget to add nuts and dried fruits to your fruit delivery, this stuff is delicious and will disappear quickly!
3. No-flour banana bread
A naturally sweet, gluten-free bake made from bananas, oats, eggs and maple syrup. No refined sugar, no gluten, just a wholesome snack to share over coffee or in team meetings. Here's how to make it:
4. Protein bars
Convenient, filling, and perfect for breakfast or the mid-afternoon slump. Look for bars with natural ingredients, at least 10g protein, and low added sugar (or make your own with oats, nut butter and whey powder). We stock all sorts of healthy and tasty protein bars that are low in calories and big on flavour.
5. Homemade guacamole
Avocado, lime, tomato and coriander make a fresh dip for veggie sticks or rice cakes. Keeping it homemade means no unnecessary preservatives or added cream. Plus, it tastes fresh, has a creamy texture that supermarket versions don't have, and you can customise it however you like. Don't forget to keep it in an air-tight container in the fridge at work.
6. Roasted chickpeas
This one sounds a bit odd for the uninitiated, but hear me out. They are crispy, high-protein and really easy to batch cook. Season with spices like paprika, chilli or turmeric, then roast until crunchy. Store in a jar for a savoury desk snack that lasts days. Once you bring a jar of these to the office, you'll quickly wonder where your deep golden brown nuggets of joy are going, as your team devours them.
7. Chocolate avocado muffins
Avocado has so many more uses than just smoothies and toast. It also works well as a baking ingredient, meaning you can make healthy snacks for the office that aren’t as damaging to the waistline. If gluten is your Achilles’ heel, then opt for a zero-flour, avocado-based chocolate muffin that is also easy to make. Made with ripe avocado, sunflower seed butter, cocoa powder and eggs, blended and baked, these are really easy to make.Â
With a non-alkalised cocoa powder that has more than 70% cocoa, you can maximise the health benefits of chocolate too. Such as decreased inflammation, improved heart and brain health, blood sugar and weight control, as well as healthy teeth and skin.
8. Baked veggie crisps
Slice root veg thinly, brush with olive oil, and slow-bake for a lighter take on crisps. Sweet potatoes, beetroot and carrots all work well and help satisfy salty cravings. You can even do these in the air fryer. They are delicious any time of day, but a great replacement crunch for meal deals at lunch.
9. Plain layered Greek yoghurt
Layer yoghurt with fruit, nuts and chia seeds for a protein-rich snack that doubles as a light dessert. Add porridge oats and leave overnight for a breakfast of champions (add a touch of cinnamon to this and it's truly mouth-watering). It's colourful, filling, and great for an energy lift.
10. Nuts
Nuts are simple, portable, and packed with protein and healthy fats. Almonds, cashews or pistachios are all good choices, or just the good old salted peanut (just enjoy these in moderation). Pre-portion into small bags to avoid over-snacking.
Enjoy an office snack box from Ripe
Healthy snacks don't need to be boring. They can be extremely tasty while boosting productivity and energy levels. Explore our range of healthy office snacks and improve the well-being of your entire office. Oh, and don't worry, we also stock plenty of delicious snacks with a little bit more sugar in them, as well as coffee, tea, sugar and milk. So, you can get all of the snacks and staples for your workplace (including your bananas) from Ripe.London
