College is an extremely hectic time. Between all your classes, part-time jobs (or sometimes full-time jobs), studying, socializing, and soaking in the experience that is college; it can be nearly impossible to find time to eat right (or eat at all sometimes). But it doesn’t have to be impossible, eating relatively healthily and quickly can be achieved. Here are 5 great suggestions for quick and easy dorm-friendly meals:
Mug Mac-N-Cheese
When in need of some quick and easy comfort food, try this mug macaroni and cheese made in the microwave. Try a combination of lower fat cheeses and whole grain noodles to make it slightly healthier. For detailed recipe, click here.
Bonus tip: to help ensure that you’re getting enough fruits and veggies (even when you’re running low on time), consider keeping easily accessed fruit and veggie sources on hand. For example, apples, bananas, pre-bagged grapes, baby carrots, pre-cut broccoli, etc. These make easy on-the-go snacks and easy to grab side dishes for quick meals.
Mason Jar Salads
This awesome salad idea provides for healthier and lower calorie alternatives to the boring old sandwich for on-the-go lunches. This works great for all kinds of salads prepared the night before. Stick to darker leafy greens and add a protein source for optimal nutrition. For detailed recipe for a Greek salad, click here.
Vegetarian Burrito Bowl
For the vegetarians in a hurry, this delicious burrito bowl recipe only takes five minutes and is a delicious way to start a balanced meal. With brown rice, black beans, and avocado; this is the perfect Mexican styled main course for a quick dorm room dinner. For detailed recipe, click here.
Microwaved Salmon
To add some lean and healthy protein to your dinner consider trying this recipe for cooking salmon in the microwave and add a small salad as a side dish. This will give you a healthy and balanced dinner that is quick to make before those late-night study sessions. For detailed recipe, click here.
Toaster Oven Melts
Is your dorm equipped with a toaster oven? If so, then keeping some whole grain English muffins, shredded mozzarella cheese, tuna, and your preferred pizza toppings on hand is a great way to always have some quick and simple dinners ready to make in less than 15 minutes. Either make an open faces tuna melt or a couple mini pizzas. These make delicious, nutritious, and quick dinners.
