A privately held neighborhood grocery store chain based out of Monrovia, California, Trader Joe’s has hundreds of stores nationwide. This fresh food grocery chain offers a variety of healthy options. But knowing which Trader Joe’s snack are the best (because they taste great and are healthy for you) will steer you in the right direction when making your next grocery shopping list.

1. Dried Carabao Mangos

This super sweet dried fruit snack is sure to satisfy your sweet-tooth cravings and give you a quick boost of energy when blood sugar plummets. How can this healthy treat be so tasty when it contains just one ingredient (mangos)? It’s because carabao mangos contain natural sugars packed with sweet flavor. Each portion contains 130 calories, 3 grams of fiber, 27 grams of carbs, 1 gram of protein, no fat, and is loaded with potassium. Mangos are also an excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C, and folate.

2. Oven Baked Cheese Bites

This savory snack is a must for all occasions — take it with you when you’re on the go or need a quick pick-me-up at work. This baked salty treat is made with real cheese and is gluten-free. The best part is it’s high in protein, which boosts satiety and aids in weight control. One serving of oven baked cheese bites contains 170 calories and a whopping 15 grams of dietary protein. But watch your sodium intake with this snack — especially if you have high blood pressure or heart disease — because it contains 310 milligrams of sodium per serving.

3. Dukkah

Rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, Trader Joe’s dukkah is the perfect heart-healthy satiating snack. With ingredients including sesame seeds, almonds, fennel seeds, and spices, your mouth will water with each flavorful bite. A serving of dukkah contains 90 calories, 2 grams of fiber, and 3 grams of protein.

4. Oven Roasted Teriyaki Seaweed

This low-calorie, nutrient-rich snack contains just 30 calories per serving, but is loaded with healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. Ingredients include organic seaweed, sunflower oil, sesame oil, and seasonings. And, Trader Joe’s teriyaki seaweed is an excellent source of vitamin C and iodine.

5. Plain Nonfat Greek Yogurt

Packed with protein, potassium, and calcium, you can’t go wrong with this satiating healthy treat. Greek yogurt makes the perfect nutrient-rich snack, is easy when you’re on the go, and helps get in your daily dose of dairy. A serving of Trader Joe’s plain nonfat Greek yogurt contains just 120 calories and a whopping 22 grams of high-quality protein. This snack is great for kids and adults alike.

6. Guacamole to Go

Trader Joe’s guacamole to go is another top-notch pick when you’re trying to snack healthy. Avocadoes in this guacamole provide you with 100 calories and 9 grams of heart-healthy fat in each serving, plus potassium, vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, and vitamin K. Pair this nutritious dip with pita bread, veggies, or whole-grain chips.

7. Nutty Seedy Fruity Bars

When you’re on the go and need a pre- or post-workout pick-me-up, try Trader Joe’s nutty seedy fruity bars. These fiber- and protein-rich treats really hit the spot, regardless of the occasion. Ingredients include a variety of nuts and seeds, coconut oil, dried coconut, and date paste. You’ll get 360 calories, 7 grams of protein, and 4 grams of fiber in each bar.

8. 3-Cheese Wafers

Looking for a fun way to get in a daily dose of dairy? Satiating Trader Joe’s 3-cheese wafers will curb your fix in no time. Ingredients in this fun snack, which comes in wafer shapes, include several types of cheese, flour, salt, and rice bran oil. One serving of 3-cheese wafers provides you with just 60 calories and 2 grams of protein.

9. Dried Kalamata Olives

Love the taste of olives but looking for a snack that’s more “on-the-go” friendly? Dried kalamata olives may be just what your taste buds desire. Ingredients in this savory treat include kalamata olives, salt, olive oil, and sunflower oil. One serving provides you with 70 calories and 4.5 grams of heart-healthy fats. But steer clear of this salty snack (or limit your portions) if you have high blood pressure of heart disease, as it contains 250 milligrams of sodium per serving.

10. Organic Edamame

The benefits of soybeans are endless, as this protein- and fiber-rich snack is packed with a variety of heart-healthy nutrients. Protein in soy is a vegan dieter’s dream, as it contains all essential amino acids your body requires on a day to day basis. One serving of Trader Joe’s organic edamame provides you with 90 calories, 9 grams of protein, and 4 grams of fiber — and is an excellent source of potassium, iron, vitamin A, calcium, and vitamin C.

Trader Joe’s is the perfect choice when it comes to healthy snacking. You’ll never be bored with so many delicious options to choose from — eating right never tasted so great.

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