As stoners know all too well, one of the most important parts of lighting up is having a strong lineup of healthy-ish snacks on hand. The munchies are a very real thing, and the last thing you want to do is put yourself through the torture of having nothing to eat while under the influence.
Cheez-Its, Cinnamon Toast Crunch and, of course, Insomnia Cookies are great candidates for 4/20-friendly snackage. (I mean, who among us hasn’t consumed an entire six-pack of Insomnia Cookies in less than a minute while under the influence?) But they’re also all so damn rich they could leave you with a serious stomach ache by the time you’ve reached the bottom of the box.
You don’t have to care that much about healthy eating to appreciate the value of a munchie yummy enough to satiate your taste buds, but light enough to keep you from feeling like vomiting for hours after you’re done eating it. Which is exactly why healthy-ish (emphasis on the ish) stoner snacks should be on the menu for the next time you feel like celebrating your dear friend Mary Jane.
I’ve rounded up some of the best healthy-ish stoner snacks for your next endeavors, including prepackaged bites you can buy online and recipes simple enough to make while in an altered state of mind. (You’re welcome.)
Best Stoner Snacks You Can Buy Online
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, and Nacho Vibes are also delish.
Oh, and speaking of. Tru Fru also has a line of freezer treats–including White & Milk Chocolate Frozen Strawberries and White & Dark Chocolate Frozen Whole Raspberries–in case you’re looking for an alternative to ice cream.
That is, until I tried LesserEvil and had my faith restored. I don’t know what it is about this popcorn that makes it so irresistible, but the Himalayan Sea Salt flavor tastes incredible and has a perfectly crunchy texture. The best part is I don’t feel like I just ate a ton of junk even after I consume multiple bowls, which is a huge win for my sensitive stomach.
I’ve tried nearly all their flavors, but my favorites are Shella Good White Cheddar and Twist My Parm Asiago and Parmesan. They’ve saved me from spending serious $$$ on takeout when the munchies hit.
The Cashew Butter + Pure Vanilla Bean Dark Chocolate needs a special shoutout, because boy, this flavor deserves an award. The inside of this chocolate bar is filled with cashew butter and vanilla bean paste, which would impress even the most particular chocolate snobs (coming from one herself.)
Best Stoner Snacks You Can Make At Home
1. Baked Kale Chips
I’m not a kale person, but even I can’t resist the decadent crunch of a salty kale chip. A sprinkle of almond flour makes these extra crispy.
2. Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet potato fries are the quintessential slightly healthy take on a truly delicious classic.
3. Brownie Batter Overnight Oats
These brownie batter overnight oats are decadent enough to be a dessert, but won’t give you any stomach issues.
4. Guacamole
Homemade guacamole is a no-fail snack, no matter what state you’re in.
5. Buffalo Chicken Celery Sticks
Celery is endlessly fun to eat, and it’s basically just a vessel for every yummy thing imaginable. (I don’t even like the way it tastes, and even I see the appeal.) Plus, I love any excuse I can use to make buffalo chicken.
6. Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Been there, done this—can’t recommend it enough. (Roasted brussels sprouts make for a surprisingly filling stoner snack. What can I say?)
7. Frozen Fruit Yogurt Pops
So pretty you’ll want to Instagram them. So delicious you won’t have the patience to snap a pic before digging in. Use any sweetened yogurt and fruit you have on hand for the ultimate convenient treat.
8. Soy and Sesame Edamame
Edamame is super easy to make—whether you have the energy to roast it in soy sauce or not.
9. Hummus
Whip up some hummus (or snag it at the store). Just be sure to stock up on something to dip in it.
10. Oatmeal Cookie Dough Bites
Not only are these oatmeal cookie dough bites magical, but they make it easy to get a dose of grains and a dose of protein all in one.
11. Peanut Butter Cheese Crackers
Remember those peanut butter cheese crackers you used to have as a kid? These are like those, but a lot better for you, and frankly, a lot tastier.
12. Roasted Parmesan Broccoli
True fans know broccoli tastes great, no matter how it’s prepared.
13. Roasted Chickpeas
The perfect low-key snack for the hummus lover who doesn’t want to go to the trouble of actually making hummus.
14. Baked Zucchini Fries
Because fries are always a good idea—even if they’re, you know, green and fairly nutritious.
15. Apple Nachos
These chocolate-covered, caramel-drizzled apple nachos are really pushing the healthy-ish label, but hey, the base is fruit—I’m including ’em.
16. Parmesan Garlic Zucchini Chips
Zucchini chips have all the fun of potato chips—plus all the nutritional value of zucchinis.
17. Cauliflower Buffalo Bites
Everything you love about Buffalo chicken, rendered in vegetable form.
18. Vegan Pizza Rolls
Vegan or not, you’ll be obsessed with these healthier pizza rolls filled with veggies, tomato sauce, and a generous amount of cheese.
19. Sweet & Salty Kettlecorn
If you can’t choose between a sweet or salty snack, choose both. This Sweet & Salty Kettlecorn will satisfy all of your cravings.
20. Tossed Mushrooms
Tossed mushrooms have become a go-to snack for me, no matter what situation I’m working with.
21. Parmesan Zucchini Tots
Denser than your average tater tot—and (in this writer’s humble opinion) tastier, too.
22. Cinnamon Apple Chips
A potato chip alternative for the snacker with a sweet tooth.
23. Spinach and Ricotta Rolls
These snackable spinach rolls are a tad more nutritious than your average Bagel Bite.
Originally published March 2016.