It may be difficult to resist not to try out all the snacks in the convenience stores when Japan always releases new delicious treats in every season.
But are there healthy snack options you can find in the convenience store?
Healthy Japanese Convenience Snacks
In this list, we will introduce 5 healthy, low-calorie japanese snacks you can find in your local convenience store. This is perfect when you are health and body conscious and don’t want to gain some extra pounds. Here it is.
1. SOYJOY
Made of soybean flour, SOYJOY is a healthy snack if you want some extra energy. The “crispy” version of SOYJOY is gluten-free and suitable for those on all plant-based diets. Each bar has 150 kcals and comes in plain, berry, green tea, banana, peach and macadamia nuts.The price depends on the store and ranges from around 120 to 130 yen. Try out the crispy versions only for they are vegan and plant-based.
2. Morinaga Crispy Biscuit
For cookie lovers, Morinaga Crispy Biscuit is a healthier option from the company famous for their Dars chocolate, Hi-Chew and their boxed chocolates like Marie and Moonlight. Each bag contains 105 kcal of 7 cookies or biscuits. You can find this at your local 7-Eleven stores if you want a little iron and fiber in your diet.
3. Lotte Sugar Free Zero Chocolate
If you want to indulge into guilt-free treats, Lotte Sugar Free Zero Chocolate is a great option. Each bag contains 192 kcal and a healthy alternative to other chocolates. It is sugar-free, creamy as it melts into your mouth and it has a tinge of bitterness and sweetness.
4. Yuzu Soybean Chips
This high-protein but low in sugar crispy chips is made of crunchy soybean chips with yuzu (Japanese citrus) flavor added with salt and black pepper. This delicious treat has its unique spicy and tangy flavor and is a delicious option if you want a protein-packed filled snack. You can purchase this at Natural Lawson, a health-focused company and store. Produced by a food company Biokura, these tasty treats come in other variations like tomato basil, aonori vinegar, and green vegetable.
5. Asahi Cream Genmai Bran Bites
For a deliciously sweet on-the-go treat, try the Asahi Cream Genmai Bran Bites. Each of these separately wrapped bran bites is filled with dietary fiber, calcium, iron, proteins and vitamins. These snacks are made of crunchy genmai and bran crackers with a filling of tasty blueberry cream. It also comes into a version of a filling bar.
Conclusion
Are you into a healthier diet now? Which healthy treats would you like to add to your diet? Let us know in the comments what your favorite healthy snacks are.
References:
https://japanfuldays.com/food/healthy_japanese_snacks/
https://www.hlj.com/cream-genmai-bran-bar-blueberry-72g-ash50388
BY LA