1.1/2 Cup Slow-Churned Ice Cream
Surprise! Ice cream tops our list of low-calorie snacks. The key is to look for slow-churned or double-churned varieties. This refers to a process that reduces fat and calories while retaining the creamy texture of full-fat varieties, so 1/2 cup has just 100 calories.
2.6 Cups Microwave Popcorn
When you want a large snack with a small calorie count, popcorn delivers. Some microwave brands have just 100 calories in 6 cups. «You have to chew it, so it’s satisfying,» says Joan Salge Blake, RD, a spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It’s also high in fiber, which can help you stay full longer.
