The best lower-calorie (100 calories) snacks

1. Blueberries and yogurt

Blueberries and yogurt on a blue background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories. Text: 16 kcal (blueberries) + 75 kcal (yogurt) = 91 kcal.

Combine a small handful (40g) of blueberries with a small pot (125g) of plain, unsweetened, low-fat yogurt for a fruity, creamy treat that's free from added sugars.

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2. Apple and peanut butter

A red apple and a spoon with some peanut butter, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories. Text: 34 kcal (apple) + 49 kcal (peanut butter) = 83 kcal.

Slice one apple and enjoy with 1/2 tbsp of pure peanut butter – make sure it does not contain added sugar, salt or oil. The fresh, crunchy apple and creamy, nutty peanut butter makes for a tasty combination.

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3. Cottage cheese and tomatoes on a rice cake

Rice cake with cottage cheese and tomatoes on a pink background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories. Text: 54 kcal (cottage cheese) + 20 kcal (tomatoes) + 32 kcal (rice cake) = 106 kcal.

Add about 2 heaped tbsp (50g) of low-fat cottage cheese and 6 cherry tomatoes to 1 rice cake for a colourful and creamy savoury snack.

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4. Banana on toast

Banana and wholemeal toast on a blue background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories. Text: 65 kcal (banana) + 84 kcal (toast) = 149 kcal..

Slice 1 small banana and add it to a medium slice of wholemeal toast. The natural sweetness of the banana makes this snack ideal for when you need a quick and healthy sweet treat.

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5. Red pepper and hummus

A red pepper and three spoons on hummus on a green background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories. Text: 65 kcal (hummus) + 34 kcal (red pepper) = 99 kcal.

Have 3 tbsp of reduced-fat hummus with a whole red pepper cut into sticks. Dipping the crunchy red pepper into the thick, creamy hummus makes this healthy snack even more satisfying.

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6. Dried apricots and almonds

Apricots and almonds on a pink background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories. Text: 56 kcal (apricots) + 51 kcal (almonds) = 107 kcal.

Snack on 3 dried apricots with 8 whole almonds, for a healthy, fruity snack that's easy to eat while you're on the go.

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7. Avocado on crispbread

Avocado and crispbread on a blue background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories. Text: 68 kcal (avocado) + 28 kcal (crispbread) = 96 kcal.

Slice a quarter of an avocado and enjoy with a crispbread. The creamy, nutty avocado goes perfectly with the crunchy crispbread.

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8. Crumpet

A crumpet and spoonful of spread on a green background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories. Text: 83 kcal (crumpet) + 17 kcal (1tsp low fat spread) = 100 kcal.

Top a crumpet with 1 tsp of low-fat spread for a classic, comforting snack that's kind to your heart.

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9. Milk and raisins

A small glass of milk and some raisins on a pink background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories Text: 69 kcal (milk) + 27 kcal (raisins) = 96 kcal.

For a simple snack with a hint of natural sweetness, have a small glass (150ml) of semi-skimmed milk with 1 tbsp of raisins.

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10. Boiled egg, tomato and spinach

A boiled egg, tomato and spinach on a green background, an example of a snack that's around 100 calories Text: 84 kcal (egg) + 12 kcal (tomatoes) + 4 kcal (spinach) = 100 kcal.

Add a hard-boiled egg to 1 chopped medium tomato (80g) and a handful of spinach leaves (25g) for a savoury snack that'll help you towards your 5-a-day.