Eating right is a key component of leading a healthy and long life. Going on crash diets or eating healthy only to lose weight is not the right way. It has to become a regular part of your routine. An excellent way to start is to introduce healthy snacks that work for both adults and kids into your diet and gradually move to nutritious meals.

Here are some healthy vegetarian snacks for adults and kids that are easy to make and delicious to eat:

1. Protein-packed quinoa bits with sweet potato and black beans
Pick up quinoa from any food store and add herbed sweet potatoes and black beans to get an energy-laden snack to pull you through the day.

2. Nut butter with fruit
Slice up your favorite fruit, be it apples, bananas, or pears, add your favorite nut butter like peanut, almond, or cashew, and voila! You have a healthy and satisfying snack loaded with antioxidants and fiber.

3. Cheese sticks
They are easy to carry on the go and help curb cravings as well. The health factor is also high with proteins and calcium.

4. Hummus and bell peppers
Pair hummus, which is high in protein and fiber, with roasted and herbed bell peppers, which contain vitamins C and A, and fiber. This is a nutritious alternative to chips and dip.

5. Roasted chickpeas
Chickpeas have protein, fiber, minerals, and vitamins. When baked, they add to the health value. Toss them in olive oil with some seasoning to get a nice flavor, and you have a great munchie while watching movies!

6. Popcorn
This healthy, low-calorie snack for adults and kids is a great source of magnesium, zinc, and phosphorus. You can add some seasoning for added flavor.

7. Yogurt with fruit
Yogurt is loaded with protein, calcium, vitamin B12, and potassium. This probiotic-rich snack is good by itself, but you can also cut up your favorite fruit and mix it in for fiber and taste.

8. Green smoothies
This healthy snack for adults and kids is a quick and convenient way to pack in some extra servings of veggies and fruits into the diet. Use kale, spinach, and add in carrots, beets, and celery for a healthy drink.

9. Roasted edamame
They are a form of soybeans and can be had roasted, boiled, or steamed. A rich source of magnesium, iron, protein, and vitamin C, they are among the healthiest snacks for both adults and kids.

10. Ladybug cracker
Layer whole wheat crackers with hummus, cherries, and black olives to make them look like ladybugs. Kids will surely love these!

11. Oatmeal
Roast oats and add in some spices and nuts to make them crunchy and yummy. These oats with a twist will make for healthy snacks for adults and kids alike.

12. Hard-boiled eggs
They are wholesome, nutritious, and a great source of protein. Dress them up with homemade mayonnaise, and you have a healthy snack that both adults and kids will enjoy.

13. Plantain chips with guacamole
Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids that help in increasing HDL (good) cholesterol and reducing triglyceride levels. This is a great snack for savory food lovers.

14. Seaweed crisps
Sheets of seaweed baked and sliced into squares and seasoned with salt make a healthy snack that is loved by adults and kids alike. They are low in calories and loaded with folate, fiber, and vitamins A and C.

15. Ants on a log
Made with celery sticks stuffed with raisins and peanut butter, this vegan treat is loaded with fiber, healthy peanut butter fats, and vitamins and minerals from the raisins.