100+ Easy And Delicious Snack Plate Ideas For Everyone

Everyone loves a good snack but sometimes we need a little inspiration. These are the top 100 easy and delicious snack plate ideas for everyone at every time. Find snack plates for one, or plates for a crowd. Snacks for morning or night, snacks for young and old. Whatever you're in the mood for, you'll find an easy and tasty snack idea or recipe here.

Post title on a white rectangle in the center of 4 different snack plates including charcuterie, toasts topped with fruit and honey, a cheese and grape plate and a chef salad plate with assorted veggies, chicken and hard boiled egg.

Snack foods are an important part of life. Midmorning snacks, after-school snacks, bedtime snacks, and snacks in between those times too. Something about a snack plate feels both easy and comforting. And sometimes it makes the perfect meal.

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A perfect snack includes a few different food groups, and 2 or more different flavors and textures. A great snack is small portions of a good variety of foods. To make it easier, keep your cupboard and fridge stocked with a few of your favorite snacks.

Nuts, dried fruit, crackers, cheese and veggies are easy to keep on hand and generally will keep for a long time if stored properly. Peanut butter, nut butters and a variety jams are snacking mainstays. Canned beans, meat and seafood also make for quick snack plates paired with crackers, tortillas or bread. Potato or tortilla chips and canned salsa are easy to stock too.

Many clear plastic containers of seeds, nuts, dried fruit and candy.

And don't discount leftovers. Little bits of this and that become more appetizing when grouped together on plate. Did you know the Japanese chirashi sushi (pictured above) was invented to use up leftovers?!

Healthy Vegetables Seafood And Brown Rice Chirashi Sushi Bowl — Chirashi Sushi-A plate of leftovers artfully arranged!

Snack Ideas with Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

Fruit and vegetables are a great base or main ingredient for many snacks. In addition to fresh flavors, they offer refreshing hydration, vitamins and dietary fiber. These make up snack plates you can feel good eating anytime.

Wooden skewers with strawberries, banana, green grapes and orange segments threaded on and served on a round white plate.

Fruit Skewers: Thread a variety of colorful fruits like strawberries, pineapple, grapes, and melon onto skewers. Perfect for a fun way to serve up fruit for parties and kids on the go.
Veggie Wraps: Wrap thinly sliced cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers or whatever veggies you have, in lettuce leaves for a crunchy and nutritious snack. Add a drizzle of salad dressing, mayo, sweet chili sauce or hoisin sauce for extra flavor. Alternatively, you can wrap veggies in a tortilla with cream cheese and slice it up like sushi rolls.
Rainbow Salad: A great snack plate idea to get kids to eat their veggies. Arrange a colorful mixture of cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, carrots, and radishes on a plate following the colors of the rainbow. Serve up a dish of dip or dressing and some slivered almonds, sesame seeds, or pepitas for a little crunch.
Caprese Skewers: A little fancier than ants on a log, these pair up great with some crostini and a glass of wine if you're having an evening snack. Skewer cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, and mozzarella balls. Serve with a little balsamic vinegar for dipping or drizzle it over. Olives, thinly sliced salami, prosciutto or marinated mushrooms are more tasty additions to a Caprese snack board.

Cheese and Fruit Pairings

Cheese and fruit make a perfect pairing for any time of day. Make a sweet and savory cheese board with high-protein cheese and juicy, high-fiber fruit. It's a great way to get your sweet and salty fix!

White round platter with chunks and slices of assorted cheeses, deep red figs cut in half, dark purple grapes and a bowl of apricot jam in the middle.

Fresh Mozzarella with Peaches: A big piece of fresh mozzarella or burrata is sooo good paired up with peaches, basil, tomatoes, a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of crunchy sea salt. If you want to get fancy, grill the peach halves first for a big burst of flavor. Eat as is or serve up crusty bread alongside.
Cheese + Grape Platter: An old classic, grapes and cheese are fresh and satisfying. Plate up various cheese cubes or slices along with grapes for a simple and elegant snack. Add crackers, bread, nuts, or honey if you want to make it a little more substantial.
Brie + Apple: Serve slices of creamy Brie cheese with crisp apple slices for a sophisticated fruit and cheese combo. Or cook it up into this delicious apple brie grilled cheese!
Figs + Cheese: Arrange a few slices of prosciutto along with quartered figs and cheese such as burrata, mozzarella or crumbled chunks of fresh parmesan cheese.
Cheese Stuffed Dates: Stuff pitted dates with blue cheese, goat cheese, or cream cheese for a sweet and savory finger food. These make great appetizers for your next party too.
Cheddar + Pear Crackers: Sharp cheddar cheese and slices of juicy pear on whole wheat crackers make a great contrast for your taste buds. Super simple, super good. Blue cheese makes a great partner for pears too.
Apples + Cheese: Young toddlers and school-age children are often fans of this lunch box classic. Thinly sliced mild cheddar or whole milk string cheese with apple wedges is great for a lunchtime snack. Add in your favorite crackers and it can make a meal for a small appetite.
Cream Cheese + Berry Toast: Spread cream cheese on toasted bread and top with fresh berries for a creamy and fruity snack.

Slices of toast with cream cheese and various fruit toppings garnished with basil leaves and a dish of honey.

Ideas with Protein-Rich Foods

Protein is an essential nutrient that helps keep us feeling full and satisfied. Incorporating protein-rich foods into your snack plate can help curb hunger and provide lasting energy. Here are some snack plate ideas that are packed with protein.

Platter of olives, vegetable sticks and hummus with pita chips.

Hummus + Pita: Dip whole wheat pita bread or pita chips into creamy hummus for a protein-packed and satisfying snack.
Protein Power Balls: Combine protein powder, nut butter, and honey or another favorite recipe to create delicious and nutritious energy balls.
Greek Yogurt Parfait: Scoop high protein Greek yogurt, granola, and fresh berries onto a plate for a refreshing and sweet protein snack.
Egg Salad With Lettuce Cups: Use lettuce leaves or endive spears to scoop up homemade egg salad for a protein-packed and low-carb snack plate.
Tuna Salad Cucumber Bites: Top cucumber slices with tuna salad for another light and protein-rich snack based on the classic tuna sandwich.
Leftover Rotisserie Chicken: Plate leftover cooked chicken with your favorite sides like mustard, crispy veggies, whole wheat bread slices, and some corn relish or pickles. This one is a good idea for a snack dinner.
Chef Salad Plate: Hard-boiled eggs, sliced ham or leftover cooked meats, shredded cheese, chopped cucumbers, and grape tomatoes make a great snack or easy meal. Don't forget a side of your favorite veggie dip or dressing. (I love Kraft French dressing on mine.)

Chef salad on a plate including halved hard boiled eggs, shredded chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes and cucumber.

Kid-Friendly Snack Ideas

Getting kids to eat healthy snacks can sometimes be a challenge but with a bit of creativity, it can be fun and nutritious.

A open faced ham sandwich in the shape of a bunny rabbit with shredded carrot grass under it on a green plate.

Animal-Shaped Sandwiches or Toast: Use cookie cutters to create sandwiches or toast in the shape of animals, stars or hearts for a playful and nutritious snack.
Fruit and Cheese Kabobs: Skewer chunks of fruit and cheese onto toothpicks for a fun and colorful snack.
Mini Pizza Plates: Arrange English muffins or small tortillas on a plate with dishes of tomato sauce, cheese, and pizza toppings like meat, chopped peppers, and olives for DIY mini pizzas.

English muffins on a wooden board surrounded with pizza sauce, shredded white cheese, chopped ham and mushrooms.

Veggie Quesadillas: Fill whole wheat tortillas with a mixture of cheese and finely chopped vegetables. Grill or pan fry them and cut into wedges to dip in dollops of salsa and sour cream.
Fruit + Yogurt Dip: Plate up fresh fruit pieces like banana slices or strawberries into Greek yogurt sweetened with a little honey or jam. For a hot weather twist, dip the fruit and freeze for a refreshing snack in the summer.
Ants on a Log: Spread cream cheese, Cheez Whiz or peanut butter on celery sticks and top with raisins for a nutritious snack. Have fun by adding animal crackers on top too!

Celery filled with peanut butter and topped with raisins and bear shaped animal crackers.

Snacks For Picky Eaters

If you have a picky eater at home, finding snack options that they will enjoy can be a real challenge. But there's bound to be some foods they like. Here are some ideas to help you out and don't forget to make a list of the foods the picky eater likes and keep them handy.

Plate of blueberries, banana slices, raspberries, chopped kiwi, strawberries, cubed cantaloupe and grapes around a small dish of chocolate dip.

Fruit + Dip: Serve sliced fruit with a side of creamy peanut butter, yogurt, Nutella or chocolate dip.
Cheese + Crackers: There are many kinds of cheese from soft to hard in mild to bold flavors. Choose a favorite cheese and pair it up with crunchy crackers. Grapes or sliced ham are great additions to this snack.
Mini Sandwiches: Fill sandwich bread with some simple and favored toppings like peanut butter and jam, ham and cheese, egg salad or cucumber and cream cheese. Top with another slice of bread and cut into quarters for sandwich plate.

White round plate full of assorted mini tea sandwiches.

Smoothie Popsicles: Blend their favorite fruits and yogurt, pour into popsicle molds, and freeze for a refreshing and healthy treat.
Trail Mix: Create a custom trail mix with your child's favorite nuts, dried fruit, and whole grain cereal for a crunchy and nutritious snack.

White bowl of trail mix consisting of almonds, cashews and raisins.

Healthy Snack Plates

Snacks can be tasty AND healthy. Whole grains, low fat protein options, fruit and veggies make up these healthy plates.

Toasts with mashed avocado, dried cranberries and seeds sprinkled over.

Avocado Toast: Spread mashed avocado on whole grain toast and top with a sprinkle of sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil for a simple and nutritious snack.
Greek Salad Skewers: Skewer cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and feta cheese for a refreshing and protein-packed snack.
Quinoa Salad Cups: Make a mixture of cooked quinoa, diced vegetables, and a drizzle of lemon juice. Serve with crisp lettuce cups or other veggies to scoop up the tasty quinoa salad.

Colorful salad in purple cabbage leaf cups.

Cottage Cheese Plate: Top a dollop of cottage cheese with fresh berries and a sprinkle of granola for a protein-rich and satisfying snack. For a savory version, top the cottage cheese with veggies, black olives, a drizzle of olive oil, salt and pepper
Hummus + Veggie Sticks: Serve hummus with a side of cucumber slices, carrot sticks, celery sticks, and/or bell pepper slices for a crunchy snack. Make it extra filling with some whole wheat crackers and some crumbled feta cheese.

Snack Ideas With Chips

I love salty snacks and nothing beats some salted potato chips! But, you can make it a more well rounded (or luxurious and fancy) snack by plating up one of these combos. Chips and dips are easy ideas that are perfect for game day.

A triangular pita chip topped with black caviar.

A potato chip topped with red salmon caviar on a black background.

Potato Chips + Caviar: Yep, you read that right. Serve up some creme fraiche (fancy for sour cream) and caviar for the ultimate chips and dip. Champagne is the most popular drink to serve with it. Pajamas and Netflix would be pretty sweet too! Beluga caviar is expensive so if you're on a budget, try lumpfish or salmon caviar for a more economical choice.
Tortilla Chips + Ceviche: Try a Mexican shrimp cocktail, cod ceviche or tuna ceviche and scoop it up with some tortilla chips.

Bowl of cod ceviche nestled into a bowl of tortilla chips.

Classic Chips + Dip: Make up a classic dip with a base of 1:1 mayonnaise and sour cream or yogurt. Add in some herbs or other seasonings and dip away! I love this caramelized onion dip.
Potato Chips + Tinned Seafood: I love a good tin of smoked oysters or sardines with hard, kettle cooked chips and a little cream cheese to dip in.
Tortilla Chips With Salsa + Guacamole: Go simple and serve it up cold or get fancy and melt cheese on those tortilla chips for some nachos.

Snack Plates For A Sweet Tooth

We all need a sweet snack sometimes. Fruit is a great base to add some healthy sweetness and fiber. Chocolate, nuts, coconut and grains are all great ingredients to add in. But if health isn't a concern, break out the ice cream or cake and add some fun dips, drizzles and sprinkles.

2 inch chunks of banana half dipped in chocolate and topped with nuts and a toothpick.

Chocolate-Dipped Fruit: Dip strawberries, banana slices, or apple slices into melted dark chocolate for a sweet and indulgent snack. Dip them in nuts or other sprinkles while the chocolate is still melty if you like. Cubes of angel food cake or pound cake are great with this snack too.
Cinnamon Toast: Toast up some bread, spread it with butter, brown sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Ice Cream With Crumbled Cookies: Just like it sounds, crumble some cookies over vanilla or chocolate ice cream. Nuts and a chocolate drizzle adds even more flavor.
Smores Plate: Graham wafers, chocolate and marshmallows team up for a fun, campfire favorite snack. Serve them cold or heat them in the oven or microwave to melt the chocolate.

White marshmallows and brown chocolate sandwiched between 2 graham wafers.

Frozen Grapes + Cheese: Grapes and cheese again but in a different form. Freeze grapes and serve alongside cubes of cheese for a refreshing and sweet and salty snack.
Fruit and Nut Butter: Spread your favorite nut butter on a whole grain wrap and fill with sliced fruit for a sweet and satisfying snack. Alternatively you can toast up some tortillas with cinnamon and sugar and cut into wedges. Plate the cinnamon tortillas up with a dollop of nut butter to dip your fruit in.
Chia Pudding: Mix chia seeds with your choice of milk and sweeten with honey or maple syrup. Let it sit overnight and top with fresh fruit for a delicious and healthy snack.

Chia pudding topped with sliced bananas and nuts.

Ideas Inspired by Spanish Tapas

Spanish tapas are small, flavorful dishes that are perfect for snacking. They often feature a combination of meats, cheeses, bread, and other delicious ingredients. These snack plate ideas inspired by Spanish tapas make delicious appetizers too.

Spanish tapas board of cured meat, pickles, olives and stuffed peppers.

Pan con Tomate: Toast slices of crusty bread and rub the top with olive oil, a garlic half and cut fresh tomato, for a Spanish snack classic.
Serrano Ham and Manchego Cheese: Serve thin slices of Spain's famous serrano ham alongside cubes of traditional Manchego cheese.
Patatas Bravas: Roast bite-sized potatoes and serve with a spicy tomato sauce for a flavorful and satisfying snack. A little mayo or garlicy aioli is a great dip for these flavorful spuds.
Spanish Tortilla Bites: A Spanish tortilla is like a crustless potato quiche. Slowly cook the potatoes in olive oil, then add scrambled eggs and bake until set. The Spanish enjoy this egg and potato pie at room temperature at various times of day. It can be made ahead and cut into small squares or wedges and serve with a side of aioli.

Wedges of pale yellow Spanish egg tortilla with sprigs of rosemary beside.

Gambas al Ajillo: Sautee shrimp in olive oil with garlic and red pepper flakes for a quick and tasty snack.
Canned Seafood: The Spanish love their tinned seafood (and so do I!). Sardines, squid, mackerel, oysters and more, you can buy them plain, smoked or in flavors like tomato and garlic. Pair them up on your plate with some crusty bread or pickled vegetables. Or make simple open faced sandwiches by putting tidbits on top of toasted rustic bread.

Tins of seafood including sardines, cockles and crab and an open tin of seaweed.

Platters For Parties

Party snacks are the best! While most of the snack plate ideas above will work, some snacks are better than others for a crowd. These combos make the perfect party platter with lots of different foods.

Assorted cheeses, grapes, figs and nuts on a wooden board.

Charcuterie Board: Arrange a variety of cured meats, cheeses, olives, pickles, and crackers for a sophisticated snack that's always in style.
Buffalo Cauliflower Bites: Roast cauliflower florets (or do chicken wings) tossed in buffalo sauce and serve with a side of blue cheese dip and celery sticks for a spicy and satisfying snack.

Bright orange buffalo cauliflower bites with celery sticks and white dip on a black plate.

Spinach and Artichoke Dip: Bake a creamy spinach and artichoke dip or serve it up chilled with sourdough bread, tortilla chips or pita bread to dip into it.
Chocolate Fondue: Melt chocolate and serve with a big platter of fruits, marshmallows, and cookies so guests can make a sweet and interactive snack plate.
Bagel Plates: Make a bagel snack tray lunch! Fill it with cream cheese, cold cuts, lox, everything bagel seasoning, capers, slivered onions, sliced tomatoes, and whatever other bagel toppings you like!
Dessert Plates: Create a dreamy dessert platter with all sorts of sweet snacks. Fruit dip, strawberries, mini dessert squares, and more make it easy for guests to fill a plate. Serve up coffee and tea with this one.
Mini Sliders: Always a crowd favorite, cook up some mini sliders (meat or plant-based patties) and serve with a variety of toppings for a satisfying and customizable snack plate lunch.

Plate of sliders with toothpicks stuck in the top of each one.

Mediterranean-Inspired Nibbles

The Mediterranean diet is known for its health benefits and delicious flavors. Incorporating Mediterranean-inspired ingredients into your snack plate can provide a burst of flavor and nutrition. Here are some snack plate ideas inspired by the Mediterranean

Greek Mezze Platter: Arrange a variety of olive tapenades, artichoke hearts, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and pita bread for a refreshing and flavorful snack.
Baba Ganoush and Falafel: Serve creamy eggplant baba ganoush alongside crispy falafel for a protein-rich and satisfying snack.
Tabbouleh Salad: Toss together bulgur wheat, fresh herbs, cucumbers, tomatoes, and lemon juice for a light and refreshing snack.
Stuffed Grape Leaves: Fill grape leaves with a mixture of rice, herbs, and lemon juice for a tangy and flavorful snack.
Mediterranean Bruschetta: Top toasted bread with diced tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, figs, sliced fresh or pickled veggies and a drizzle of olive oil for a delicious and Mediterranean-inspired snack.

Spanish toasts including pan con tomate and others with sliced vegetable toppings.

Seafood Snacks

Seafood, including tuna, is a great source of protein and healthy fats. Incorporating tuna and other seafood into your snack plates can provide a satisfying and nutritious snack option. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Smoked salmon on round crackers that have cream cheese on them. There is a small sprinkle of dill over them.

Smoked Salmon + Cream Cheese: Spread cream cheese on rye bread or crackers and top with smoked salmon for a flavorful and satisfying snack. Some fresh lemon juice, dill, capers or fresh cracked pepper are all great add-ons.
Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps: Fill lettuce leaves with tuna salad and serve as a light and protein-packed snack.
Shrimp: Fill a plate with grilled peel-and-eat shrimp or precooked or marinated shrimp for a tasty and high protein nosh. Serve it up with some garlic butter or seafood sauce for dipping.
Shrimp Cocktail: Dish up a plate of cooked shrimp with a side of cocktail sauce for a classic and refreshing seafood snack.

A hand holding a plate of grilled shrimp above a grassy lawn.

Tuna and Avocado Sushi Rolls: Roll sushi with a combination of tuna, avocado, and cucumber for a delicious and portable snack. Leftover sushi makes a great snack plate too. Add in some steamed edamame beans, pickled ginger or rice sprinkled with sesame seeds or togarashi seasoning.
Seafood Skewers: Skewer shrimp, scallops, and cherry tomatoes and grill for a flavorful and protein-rich snack.
Tuna Sandwich Filling + Crackers - A rif on the classic tuna sandwich, mix up some drained, canned tuna with mayo and some chopped celery, green onion or pickles and spoon it up on crackers.

Tuna salad on crackers with green herbs.

Sweet and Salty Combinations

The combination of sweet and salty flavors can be incredibly satisfying. By incorporating a variety of ingredients, you can create snack plates that balance these flavors perfectly. Here are some ideas for a sweet and salty combination.

Peanut Butter + Pretzel Bites: Dip pretzel bites into creamy peanut butter for a sweet and salty snack that is both crunchy and satisfying.
Trail Mix with Dark Chocolate: Combine a mixture of nuts, dried fruit, and dark chocolate for a sweet and salty snack that provides a burst of energy.
Popcorn and Chocolate Drizzle: Drizzle melted dark chocolate over a bowl of freshly popped popcorn for a sweet and salty snack that is perfect for movie nights.
Sweet and Salty Nut Bars: Mix together nuts, honey, and a sprinkle of sea salt, press into a baking dish, and refrigerate until firm. Cut into bars for an easy and satisfying snack.
Cheese and Apple Slices: Serve slices of sharp cheddar cheese alongside crisp apple slices for a classic and delicious sweet and salty snack. Or grill up your sandwich for a classic grilled cheese and finish your plate with apple wedges.

Grilled cheese triangles beside apple wedges on a blue plate.

Snacking On The Go

When you're on the go, having a snack that is portable and easy to eat is essential. By planning ahead and preparing snack plates in advance, you can ensure that you have a nutritious option wherever you are. Here are some snack plate ideas for a snack on the go.

Two mason jar salads arranged with layered veggies in the order of the rainbow.

Mason Jar Salads: Layer salad ingredients such as lettuce, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and grilled chicken in a mason jar for a convenient and healthy snack.
Bento Box: Fill a bento box with a variety of protein-rich foods such as hard-boiled eggs, turkey slices, cheese cubes, baby carrots and almonds for a satisfying and portable snack. A few chopped veggies or fruit will round out this snack.

4 bento boxes filled with assorted veggies, sushi, fruit and nuts.

Veggie Sticks and Hummus: Pack pre-cut carrot sticks, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips in a container with a side of hummus for a crunchy and nutritious snack.
Greek Yogurt and Granola: Fill a small container with Greek yogurt and top with your favorite granola for a protein-rich and satisfying snack.
Energy Balls: Roll together a mixture of nuts, dates, and your choice of flavors such as cocoa powder or coconut flakes. Pack them in a resealable bag for a quick and energizing snack.

Round brown energy balls on a white plate.

Snacks For Movie Night or Netflix Binging

Snacking while enjoying a movie night or a Netflix binge session makes a fun and relaxing evening. Pick some fun theater-themed snacks the whole family loves or make it a snacky dinner with lots of choices for Friday nights!

Plate of nachos with melted orange cheddar cheese, sliced green and red peppers and a dipping dish of green guacamole.

Nachos Grande: Layer tortilla chips with melted cheese, salsa, guacamole, and sour cream for a hearty and flavorful snack.
Popcorn + Candy: Serve it up side by side or toss them together in a bowl. Salty popcorn with chocolate M&M's or Smarties and jelly bears make a treat of a snack for family movie night in.
Chicken Wings + Veggie Sticks: Honey garlic, hot or teriyaki? Whatever you choose, serve up plates of wings with some veggies to refresh the palate and lots of napkins.
Pizza Bagel Bites: Top mini bagels with tomato sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings and bake until golden and bubbly for a tasty and bite-sized snack.