How To Make a Healthy "Snack-Style” Dinner #GirlDinner
What is “Girl Dinner “?
A “girl dinner” is basically a meal made from snacky, simple foods instead of a traditional sit-down dinner. Think cheese, crackers, veggies, fruit and a bit of protein — all thrown together in a way that feels effortless and fun.
The trend started on TikTok in 2023 and caught on fast because, let’s be real, sometimes cooking a full dinner is just not happening. The key is to make it work for you — and it can totally be healthy and balanced!
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Build a Balanced Snack-Style Dinner
To make your girl dinner nourishing (and not just “random snacks”), aim to include:
1. A Base: High-Fibre Carb / Fruit
Whole-grain crackers or pita
e.g., provitas/ seeded crackers
Seeded wholewheat bread
Blueberries/ Apple/ Pear/ Kiwi
Popcorn (yes, really!)
2. Lean Protein
Beef Pastrami or chicken slices
Tuna or Salmon ribbons
Hard-boiled eggs
Edamame or tofu
Greek yogurt (with protein powder)
3. Veggies
Cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell peppers
Baby carrots or snap peas
A little side salad for extra color
4. Healthy Fats
Avocado slices or guacamole
Hummus or nut butter
Seeds or a handful of nuts
Olives or olive oil drizzle
5. Fun Extras (Optional)
Cheese (feta, mozzarella, or cheddar)
Fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon/lime for flavour
Sample Girl Dinner Plate
Base: Whole-grain crackers
Protein: Beef pastrami slices
Veggies: Cherry tomatoes + cucumber slices
Healthy Fats: Avocado slices + a few olives
Extra Fun: Grated mozzarella
Mix, match and get creative — the more colourful, the better!
Quick Tips for a Healthy Girl Dinner
Balance it out: Make sure to include protein, high-fibre carbs and healthy fats to keep you full and satisfied.
Prep in advance: Wash veggies, cook proteins or portion out nuts for super-fast assembly.
Keep it fun: Play with colours, textures and flavours — dinner doesn’t have to be boring!
Snack, don’t stress: Girl dinners are about easy, enjoyable eating — no rules, just nourishment.