11. Nuts
1 package mixed nuts (50 g) = 10.5 g carbohydrates
When considering nuts, a 1-ounce serving serves up a lot of nutrition. Think almonds (23 whole ones offer 6 grams of protein and 6 grams of carbs), walnuts (14 halves pack 4 grams of protein and 4 grams of carbs) or pistachios (49 nuts have 6 grams of protein and 8 grams of carbs).
The great thing about nuts is that they also offer fiber, another nutrient that gives your meals and snacks staying power. These choices all supply 2 to 4 grams of fiber per serving. The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend consuming about 28 grams of fiber on a 2,000-calorie eating plan. A 1-ounce serving of almonds, walnuts or pistachios provides 7% to 14% of your daily fiber intake.
12. Mozzarella Sticks
An easily portable serving of protein, one cheese stick contains just 85 calories with 7 grams of protein and about 1.3 grams of carbohydrates. Plus, a 2020 review in Current Nutrition & Food Science found that eating cheese may deliver good bacteria that keep your gut healthy.