Are you starving by 430pm? Do you snack while making or waiting for dinner? If yes, then these 19 high protein fertility snacks are just what you need to feel better and curb your hungry!  

Why do you need protein? 

You are snacking while making or waiting for dinner because you haven’t eaten enough protein during the day.  To explain that further, did you know that protein helps your body feel full longer? Furthermore, it is super important for weight management and hormone health, which strongly impact fertility health. 

Because of this, here is my rockstar list of protein-packed, on-the-go snack ideas! To help curb your hunger throughout the day, save this list.  I have done the work for you, so now all you have to do is save and reference this list. 

Speaking of that, this list is divided into 2 sections. One is a plant-based protein section and the other focuses on animal-based proteins.  I did this because I want you to snack from both lists. In fact, I recommend enjoying them both equally.  That means, if you snack 6 times in a week, make 3 of these snacks plant-based and 3 of them animal based.  Studies show good impact when plant-based proteins are consumed on a regular basis. 

So, without further delay, see my list below. Each list includes the quantity to consume and the matching amount of protein in grams. 

8 Plant-Based Proteins

• 1/4 cup Pumpkin seeds, roasted: 17g
• 1/4 cup peanuts, dry-roasted: 16g
• 1/4 cup hemp seeds: 13g
• 1/3 cup dry roasted soybeans: 10g
• 1/4 cup almonds: 8g
• 30g roasted beans: 8+g
• 15g Dried Seaweed: 8g
• “KIND” bar: 8+g

8 Animal-Based Protein Snacks

• 1 cup 1% M.F. Cottage Cheese: 30g
• 2 eggs + 1 clementine + 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds + 3/4 cup Greek yogurt : 39g
• Grilled chicken wraps: 24g+
• 75g Beef jerky: 23g 
• 1 can tuna: 21g 
• 175g Skyr Icelandic Yogurt: 20g
• 175g Greek Yogurt: 18g 
• 50g Mozzarella or Gruyere cheese: 15g

Summary

In sum, when looking for high-protein fertility snacks,  nuts, seeds, Greek yogurt, cheese, chicken, tuna and beans are great options. As well, if you want more tasty recipe ideas, be sure to check out my recipes here.  So, be sure to have both animal proteins and plant-based proteins in your week and remember, eat protein during the day at meals and snacks to help you stay satisfied and energized all day long. 

As a Fertility Dietitian, foodie, and home cook, I work hard to bring you action-focused, scientific food and nutrition advise and recommendations.  To learn more about why a Dietitian is an essential asset to improve your overall health and meet your goals, read more here!