One of the hardest things to deal with when I first started a low-histamine diet was being hungry ALL. THE. TIME. I was hungry because I didn’t know what to cook. This whole blog is about sharing quick, easy yet crave-worthy recipes that help make eating a low-histamine diet more manageable. But sometimes you don’t have the time to cook and you need to eat NOW, before you get hangry and desperate and eat something not on the approved food list. This is where the no-cook, Low Histamine Snacks list comes in clutch.
In this post, I am going to share my go-to low-histamine snacks ideas you can eat right now, with just a few pantry staples. These are snacks you can turn to when you are strapped for time, or just don’t feel like cooking.
No Cook Low Histamine Snacks
These low histamine snacks include only ingredients compatible with a low histamine diet, require no cooking, and very minimal preparation. They are the perfect low histamine snacks for when you are hungry and need to eat NOW.
ZESTY VEGGIE AND HERB RICOTTA DIP
Whip up this delightful Garden Veggie and Herb Ricotta Dip for your next low histamine snack. This dip combines creamy ricotta cheese with the fresh, crunchy goodness of garden vegetables like onions, bell peppers, cucumbers, and carrots. But the true highlight is the addition of lemon thyme—an ingenious herb that adds a citrusy zest without the histamine-triggering effects of actual citrus.
APPLE & TIGER NUT BUTTER CRUNCH BITES [LOW HISTAMINE, GLUTEN FREE]
With its mild, peanut-like flavor, Tigernut Butter pairs wonderfully with honey and apples, creating a delicious and easy-to-prepare low histamine snack or breakfast option. This recipe is not only quick and simple but also a tasty way to enjoy the richness of nut butters without the histamine worries.
PEACH AND COTTAGE CHEESE BOWL WITH HONEY & NUTS [LOW HISTAMINE]
Brazil Nuts stand out as one of the few nuts well-suited for a low histamine diet. Pair them with peach and cottage cheese in a bowl drizzled with honey for an effortlessly delicious low histamine snack. It’s so simple to whip up, yet you’ll be amazed by how incredibly tasty it is. This combo has quickly become a go-to snack!
THE PERFECT LOW-HISTAMINE CHARCUTERIE BOARD
If you’re anything like me, you might have felt a little heartbreak when you discovered that almost everything on your beloved charcuterie board was a no-go on a low histamine diet. But don’t worry, there’s good news! This low histamine charcuterie board is here to mend your heart. It’s become a favorite of mine, providing a super quick and easy low histamine snack or lunch option that’s still incredibly satisfying.
LOW HISTAMINE TIGER NUT BUTTER [NUT FREE]
Tigernut Butter is a fabulous choice for those on a low histamine diet looking for a delightful alternative to peanut and other nut butters. Serve this low histamine snack with fruit, celery, or spread on rice cakes for a treat that’s as versatile as it is tasty.
Low Histamine No-Cook Snacks Shopping List
- Parsley
- Lemon Thyme
- Paprika
- Apples
- Blueberries
- Peaches
- White Onions
- Carrots
- Cucumbers
- Bell Pepper
- Honey
- Mild Olive Oil – Use a mild flavor Olive Oil. One that is good for sautees and dressings
- Rice Cakes – Check the ingredients to be sure it is just rice, no additives
- Corn Chips – Check the ingredients to be sure it is just corn, no additives
- Brazil Nuts
- Tiger Nut Flour
- Fresh Mozzarella – must be fresh
- Ricotta Cheese – no additives
- Cottage Cheese – no additives
- Garlic – Optional Add-In