10 Sustainable Snack Recipes for an Active Lifestyle

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Waste-Saving Tip: Stock up on easily-portable snacks to stave off that urge to hit the vending machine. Photo: Lauren Zietsman/A Full Measure of Happiness

Sea Salt Fennel Chips recipe via A Full Measure of Happiness

What you’ll need:

2 fennel bulbs
1 to 2 teaspoons olive oil
Sprinkle of sea salt

How to make it: View full instructions and tips at A Full Measure of Happiness

Why it’s healthy: Fennel, with its delicate anise flavor and celery-like appearance, is one of the most calcium-rich veggies out there – with a whopping 43 grams per cup. It’s also a great source of potassium and energy-boosting vitamins A and C. Learn more about the health benefits of fennel from the USDA.

Cut back on waste: Easily-portable snacks are perfect for deterring your urge to hit the vending machine. Bring extra fennel chips to the office in a reusable container to share with coworkers. They’ll be shocked to see what they’ve been missing!

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