Good Housekeeping's Best High-Protein Snacks for On-the-Go Energy

If you're looking for a beef jerky alternative, Prevail's turkey jerky fits the bill. Its smoky and savory flavor profile is complemented by a hint of coconut sugar for a seriously delectable protein-forward snack.

LAB RESULTS: Prevail's quality ingredient list is second to none, and taste testers absolutely loved each and every bite of the unique jerky. "The texture of each piece is so delicious and so tender," one taste tester raved. "You still chew it, but it's melting in your mouth. Perfect for the whole family, and my kids love it too."

Dill pickle is the moment, and it has made its way into the tuna aisle. Wild Planet brings that briny, tangy dill pickle flavor you know and love to its Skipjack tuna. Best of all, the snack is loaded with 16 g of protein and 19 mg of omega-3's.

LAB RESULTS: "I’ve had my fair share of bland tuna, and the texture can sometimes be off-putting, but this Skipjack tuna was different," dietitian Valerie Agyeman described. "The fish was super fresh, and the flavor was spot on with the tangy pickle, lemon and just the right touch of salt. Definitely one of the better-tasting and fresher tuna options I’ve had!"

Perfectly portable, this mini savory snack from Archer has only 50 calories but packs in 4 g of protein. It's crafted from 100% grass-fed beef and real cheddar cheese, which adds a savory note, and is made without preservatives and nitrates.

LAB RESULTS: Testers loved that the snack was something different than their usual rotation and was ideal for on the go. "Nice size snack that fits in your purse or backpack," one person commented. "It has a good amount of protein for its size and the cheese adds nice flavor."

Made from all-natural chicken raised without hormones or antibiotics, this family-friendly meat stick from New Primal is individually wrapped, making it great for school lunchboxes or parents' office snacks.

LAB RESULTS: "A great blend of flavors, handy to grab and go and a healthy alternative to most portable snacks," a tester commented. Another loved that the touch of maple syrup wasn't too sweet and complemented the savory chicken flavor profile nicely.

Fabulously snackable, each convenient, ready-to-eat package from True Story features humanely raised, slow-roasted mini turkey slices. Enjoy them on their own or atop your favorite crackers.

LAB RESULTS: We appreciated that the snack is crafted without added nitrates or preservatives. And testers loved that the bites were curated for snacking. "I like that I could pop a small round of turkey in my mouth without a mess of biting it off of a bigger piece," one person explained.

The ultimate balance of protein, flavor and convenience, StarKist's Tuna Creations Lemon Pepper comes in a portable pouch (no draining or can opener needed)! Enjoy it straight from the pouch or pair it with your favorite crackers and veggie sticks.

LAB RESULTS: Registered dietitian Valerie Agyeman loved how easy these pouches make it to add more fish into her routine and get in those omega-3's. "The wild-caught tuna has a great flavor, enhanced with refreshing lemon and cracked black pepper," she described. "With just 80 calories and 16 g of protein, it’s a nutrient-packed option for busy days and for getting everyone on board with seafood."