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    Home » Appetizers & Snacks

    12 Easy Paleo Snack Ideas

    By Lisa Wells / Updated March 3, 2026 / 4 Comments

    When you need something quick, try one of these easy snack ideas.

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    Whether you're looking to replace your unhealthy snack habit, or just need something to hold you over until dinner, these healthy paleo snacks fit the bill.

    My criteria for a quick snack is it has to take less than five minutes to make, or be an easy make-ahead whole foods recipe. One of my favorite go-to snacks is bananas or apples with almond butter. Just slice and spread-no recipe needed. And I always have them in my pantry.

    Easy Snack Recipes

    Here are my favorite healthy snack ideas to try. All are gluten-free, grain-free and paleo.

    1
    Snack mix nuts
    EASY SNACK MIX
    A quick and easy snack mix recipe that's keto, paleo, Whole30, gluten-free, vegan, and perfect for snacking. This party mix recipe is a real crowd-pleaser! With cashews, almonds, pecans or your favorite nuts, this smoky snack mix is so good it's hard to stop at just a handful.
    Check out this recipe
    2
    Avocado tuna salad
    AVOCADO TUNA SALAD
    An easy no-mayo quick and easy snack or lunch. If you love tuna salad, try this healthy version.
    Check out this recipe
    3
    Coconut flour lemon poppy seed muffins
    LEMON POPPY SEED MUFFINS
    These paleo lemon poppy seed muffins are made with coconut flour, fresh lemon juice and zest, and honey. Everything you want in a healthy lemon muffin and nothing you don't-they're gluten-free, grain-free, and refined sugar-free!
    Check out this recipe
    4
    Deviled egg with bacon and chives on cutting board.
    DEVILED EGGS WITH BACON AND CHIVES
    Deviled eggs are a quick snack or easy appetizer. This simple recipe is a perfect base for bacon, chives, roasted red peppers, and olives.
    Check out this recipe
    5
    Ranch dressing in ceramic bowl with herbs, mayo and garlic in background.
    PALEO RANCH DRESSING RECIPE
    This super easy paleo and keto ranch dressing is just what you need to kick your salad and snacks up a notch. And it's gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, low carb and Whole30 compliant!
    Check out this recipe
    6
    Blueberry pecan granola in white bowl next to milk and spoon.
    BLUEBERRY PECAN PALEO GRANOLA
    This blueberry pecan grain-free granola is made with dried blueberries and a mix of nuts and pumpkin seeds. It's a great snack to reach for instead of packaged trail mix.
    Check out this recipe
    7
    Roasted cauliflower hummus
    ROASTED CAULIFLOWER HUMMUS
    Roasted cauliflower is the perfect stand-in for chickpeas in this Eastern Mediterranean inspired dip. Swapping out the garbanzo beans makes this tasty cauliflower hummus recipe paleo, low carb, and Whole30-friendly. Serve it with crisp vegetables like carrots and celery for dipping.
    Check out this recipe
    8
    Avocado, Bacon and Balsamic
    AVOCADO, BACON AND BALSAMIC SNACK
    A favorite quick snack, avocado, bacon and balsamic is smoky, salty, sweet and creamy. Instant satisfaction when you need something fast and easy that also happens to be paleo, keto, and Whole30 friendly!
    Check out this recipe
    9
    Roasted garlic baba ganoush
    ROASTED GARLIC BABA GANOUSH
    Roasted garlic baba ganoush is an easy dip recipe that's perfect for snacking or as an appetizer. This easy baba ganoush is like hummus but made with roasted eggplant instead of chickpeas. Serve it with cucumber rounds, carrot sticks or sliced peppers for dipping.
    Check out this recipe
    10
    Chocolate coconut smoothie
    CHOCOLATE COCONUT SMOOTHIE
    A rich and creamy, chocolate smoothie with no dairy or added sugar.
    Check out this recipe
    11
    Kale chips
    HOW TO MAKE KALE CHIPS
    How to make kale chips-an easy healthy snack to satisfy your crunchy craving. They're great for snacking straight from the bowl or served with your favorite fast lunch. These quick kale chips seasoned with sea salt are the perfect way to use veggies to replace popcorn or chips.
    Check out this recipe
    12
    Raspberries and cream parfait
    RASPBERRY BLACKBERRY COCONUT PARFAIT
    This fresh Raspberry Blackberry Coconut Parfait takes just 10 minutes! With fresh berries and coconut milk whipped cream, it's an easy dairy-free, gluten-free, paleo breakfast or dessert.
    Check out this recipe

    So the next time you need a snack, instead of grabbing a bag of potato chips or a candy bar, try one of these healthy paleo-friendly alternatives.

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    Comments

    1. Lisa says

      January 26, 2016 at 1:11 pm

      Thanks Tanya!

      Reply
    2. Morgan @ Morgan Manages Mommyhood says

      January 27, 2016 at 9:54 pm

      All of these look SO good, but I'm totally stuck craving that avocado, bacon, balsamic combo!

      Reply
      • Lisa says

        January 28, 2016 at 3:40 pm

        Thanks Morgan! I love the avocado, bacon, and balsamic - so easy!

        Reply
    3. Mae ... OTP in the ATL says

      October 20, 2016 at 11:40 am

      Quicker still: half an avocado stuffed with salsa...homemade or quality-jarred. Talk about YUM!

      ;D

      Reply

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