Nutrition for Weight Loss Eat Well Inspiration 100-Calorie Snacks That Satisfy Low-Calorie Munchies to Help You Stick to Your Diet By Jennifer R. Scott Updated December 22, 2017 Share Pin Email Print Dana Hoff/StockFood Creative/Getty Images More in Nutrition for Weight Loss Eat Well Inspiration Choosing Healthier Foods Shopping Tips Dining Out Advice Losing weight doesn't mean you have to say "no" to snacks. There are plenty of low-calorie munchies that you can eat throughout the day to satisfy your hunger and keep your diet on track. Of course, you can buy 100-calorie snack packs at the grocery store, but those foods are often heavily processed and don't include the healthiest ingredients. It is also easy to eat more than one of those packs because they are usually very small. Instead, use these fun snack ideas instead to get both nutrition and flavor at snack time.Low-Calorie Munchies That Are SweetGot a sweet tooth? No problem! Calm your cravings with one of these snacks for under 100 calories. Just be careful to measure your portion sizes when you eat to be sure that you're not getting more fat and calories than you bargained for. Use a digital scale or use your hand to make sure you're using the right amount. 1/2 cup sugar-free JELL-O and 2 tablespoons reduced-fat whipped topping1/4 cup loosely packed raisins1/2 (small) apple with 2 teaspoons peanut butter6-ounce glass orange juice (make frozen pops for a cooling treat)JELL-O fat-free chocolate, caramel or vanilla puddingone half of a whole wheat English muffin with 2 teaspoons of jelly100-calorie Greek yogurt snack packs (multiple flavors) one cup of mixed berries (try raspberries, blueberries or blackberries) one cup of unsweetened applesauce a frozen fudge popa home-made mock S'more: reduced-fat Graham cracker, topped with a jumbo marshmallow and drizzled with chocolate syrupone cup of grapes (try them frozen!)one bananatwo or three meringue cookies (depending on the size)a red licorice stalka popsicle in your favorite flavor a small handful of chocolate kissesYou probably have a few sweet munchies that are low in calories as well. Just be sure to measure portion sizes to keep your diet on track.Low-Calorie Munchies That Are SaltyIf you crave crunchy or savory snacks, here are some quick suggestions to keep your calorie goals in line. Each snack has less than 100 calories and it will satisfy your craving for salty foods. Remember that these savory foods are likely to make you thirsty. Some drinks may provide more calories than the snack itself. Drink water (make your own flavored water with berries or herbs) or choose a calorie-free beverage to quench your thirst.4-5 medium salty pretzels3 cups air-popped popcorn 1/2 cup of 2-percent low-fat cottage cheese4 tablespoons Oasis Zero-Fat Hummus and 1 cup raw carrots1 cup Progresso Light Chicken & Cheese Enchilada Soup4 whole wheat crackers and 2 servings of fat-free cheesehalf turkey sandwich using reduced-calorie bread, mustard, and veggies6 saltine crackers with 2 teaspoons of peanut butter2 Jarlsberg Lite Minis1 serving natural-style beef jerkyone hard-boiled eggone ounce cream cheese with 4-5 celery sticksone ounce cheddar cheese with 4-5 radishesa small serving of edamame one strip of turkey jerkya half cucumber (seeded) stuffed with one thin slice of lean turkey and mustard or fat-free mayonnaisea lettuce roll-up stuffed with a single slice of ham or beef and cabbage, carrots, or peppersa small tomato salad: cubed tomato, sliced cucumber, sprinkled with feta, salt, and pepper4-5 cucumber slices topped with cottage cheese and salt and pepperLow Calorie Sweet and Salty SnacksIf you're like many dieters, you like to enjoy a salty snack followed by a sweet treat. This common taste phenomenon can lead to a never-ending cycle of snacking. If you know that you can't eat a salty snack without a sugary chaser, then have a diet soda or a small piece of fruit ready to go. Just one or two grapes or a quick sip of your favorite zero-calorie soda can bust your sugar craving and end the sweet/salty cycle.A Word from VerywellRemember that it's good to snack when you're trying to lose weight. You just need to make sure you're eating the right number of calories at snack time. Measure your food before eating and take time to enjoy the mini meal. If you eat at your desk or in front of the television, it's too easy to mindlessly overeat. But if you eat the right amount, these 100-calorie snacks will help keep your weight loss program on track. Continue Reading