How to Snack Smarter & Waste Less
Snacking shouldn’t come at the cost of the planet. But with most store-bought snacks wrapped in plastic, it can feel impossible to enjoy quick bites without generating waste. The good news? A little planning, the right ingredients, and reusable storage solutions can make zero-waste snacking easy, delicious, and sustainable.
Why Go Zero-Waste with Snacking?
Most pre-packaged snacks come with single-use plastic wrappers that end up in landfill. By choosing homemade and package-free alternatives, you reduce waste, save money, and eat fresher, healthier food. Plus, with the right storage, you can take your snacks anywhere without contributing to plastic pollution.
Zero-Waste Snack Prep: Tips & Tricks
Buy in Bulk – Head to the bulk food aisle for nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and grains. Bring your own reusable shopping bags or jars to avoid unnecessary packaging.
Wash & Prep in Advance – Pre-cut fruit and veggies for easy grab-and-go snacks. Store them in Glass Food Storage Containers to keep them fresh longer. HINT: Some fruit & veggies last even longer when immersed in water.
Batch Bake & Freeze – Homemade muffins, bliss balls, and granola bars can be made in advance and stored in your freezer, ready to grab when needed.
Pack It Right – Use Stainless Steel Container instead of cling wrap to keep snacks airtight & fresh.
Zero-Waste Snack Ideas & Recipes
We've included some recipes below but here's a list of 10 x easy low waste snacks:
- Popcorn - bulk pop at the start of the week (pop your own even for less waste) and keep it in an air-tight container to keep it fresh all week
- Fresh Fruit & Veggies - washed & cut up perfect for Crunch & Sip time.
- Homemade hummus or guacamole - perfect in one of little Snakpots to accompany the fresh fruit and/or veggies above!
- Dried fruit or nuts - buy from a bulk food store to make it plastic free and delicious. You can also flavour your own with soy or tamari. Yum
- Boiled Eggs - a fave for a protein burst to keep going throughout the day.
- Yoghurt & fruit - we love blending out own fruit (you can even stew fruit) to dollop in some Greek Yoghurt. Can put this into one of our reusable yoghurt pouches or snack containers. The savings are huge!
- Muffins - savoury or sweet, you can batch cook these on a Sunday ready for lunches or snacks all week. Don't forget our Muffin Cups!
- Bliss Balls - see our recipe below! High in protein and low in sugar!
- Roasted Chickpeas - the kids will love these! See our recipe below.
- Smoothies - use your insulated food jar to create this simple smoothie on the go!
Bliss Balls
A nutritious, waste-free snack that’s perfect for meal prep.
Ingredients:
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1 cup dates, pitted
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1 cup almonds or cashews
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2 tbsp cacao powder
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1 tbsp coconut oil
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1/2 tsp cinnamon
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Method:
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Blend all ingredients in a food processor until sticky.
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Roll into bite-sized balls and store in Glass Food Storage Containers in the fridge for up to a week. Easy to grab and go in our sustainable Lunchware.
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DIY Trail Mix
Skip the plastic-wrapped mixes and make your own!
Ingredients:
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1 cup almonds
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1/2 cup cashews
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1/2 cup dried fruit (figs, mango, or raisins)
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1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
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1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
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Mix all ingredients together and store in a Leak-Proof Snack Container for easy snacking.
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Roasted Chickpeas
A crunchy, protein-packed alternative to chips.
Ingredients:
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1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 tsp sea salt
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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Preheat oven to 200°C.
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Pat chickpeas dry and toss with olive oil, salt, and paprika.
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Spread onto a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, shaking halfway through.
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Let cool before storing in an airtight Snack Container.
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We have a bunch more easy lunch & snack recipes online like Sophie's Zero Waste Snack Ideas Blog.
Sustainable Snacking On-the-Go
When you’re out and about, waste-free snacking is all about being prepared. Keep a Zero-Waste Kit in your bag, including:
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A reusable snack box
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A cloth napkin
Snack Smarter, Waste Less
Making the switch to zero-waste snacking is easier than you think. With a little prep and the right reusable lunchware, you can enjoy healthy, plastic-free snacks every day. Ready to ditch the waste? Check out our Lunchware Accessories to make sustainable snacking simple.
