Easy Dorm Recipes

1. Microwave Mug Omelette

Ingredients:

  • 2 eggs

  • 2 tbsp milk

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fillings: diced bell peppers, onions, cheese, ham, etc.

Instructions:

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.

  2. Add your desired fillings.

  3. Microwave on high for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Nutritional Value: High in protein, vitamins from veggies, and calcium from cheese.

Image Suggestion: A colorful omelette in a mug, topped with melted cheese.

2. Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich

Ingredients:

  • 2 slices of whole grain bread

  • 2 tbsp peanut butter

  • 1 ripe banana, sliced

Instructions:

  1. Spread peanut butter on one slice of bread.

  2. Place banana slices on top.

  3. Cover with the second slice of bread and enjoy!

Nutritional Value: Rich in protein, fiber, and potassium.

Image Suggestion: A sandwich cut in half, showcasing the banana slices inside.

3. Instant Noodle Stir Fry

Ingredients:

  • 1 pack of instant noodles (discard seasoning)

  • Mixed veggies (frozen or fresh)

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp oil

Instructions:

  1. Cook noodles as per instructions, but without seasoning. Drain.

  2. In a pan, heat oil and sauté veggies.

  3. Add noodles and soy sauce. Stir well and serve.

Nutritional Value: Carbs from noodles, vitamins from veggies, and sodium from soy sauce.

Image Suggestion: A plate of stir-fried noodles with colorful veggies.

4. Greek Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt

  • Fresh fruits (berries, banana slices)

  • Granola or muesli

Instructions:

  1. In a glass, layer yogurt, fruits, and granola.

  2. Repeat layers until the glass is full.

Nutritional Value: High in protein, probiotics, fiber, and vitamins.

Image Suggestion: A side view of a parfait glass, showing the layers.

5. Microwave Quesadilla

Ingredients:

  • 2 tortillas

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese

  • Fillings: beans, veggies, chicken, etc.

Instructions:

  1. On one tortilla, sprinkle cheese and desired fillings.

  2. Cover with the second tortilla.

  3. Microwave for 1-2 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutritional Value: Protein from cheese and fillings, fiber from tortilla.

Image Suggestion: A quesadilla cut into quarters, cheese melting.

6. Overnight Oats

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup rolled oats

  • 1/2 cup milk (or almond milk)

  • 1 tbsp chia seeds

  • Toppings: fruits, nuts, honey

Instructions:

  1. In a jar, mix oats, milk, and chia seeds.

  2. Refrigerate overnight.

  3. Add toppings before eating.

Nutritional Value: High in fiber, protein, omega-3s, and vitamins.

Image Suggestion: A jar filled with creamy oats, topped with colorful fruits.

7. Tuna Salad Wrap

Ingredients:

  • 1 can of tuna, drained

  • 2 tbsp mayo

  • Lettuce, tomatoes, onions

  • 1 tortilla wrap

Instructions:

  1. Mix tuna and mayo in a bowl.

  2. Place lettuce, tomatoes, and onions on the tortilla.

  3. Add tuna mix and roll up.

Nutritional Value: Protein from tuna, vitamins from veggies, and healthy fats from mayo.

Image Suggestion: A wrap cut in half, showcasing the tuna filling.

8. Microwave Mac 'n' Cheese

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup pasta

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 1/4 cup milk

  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

  1. In a microwave-safe mug, add pasta and water. Microwave for 6-8 minutes.

  2. Drain excess water. Add milk and cheese.

  3. Microwave for another 1-2 minutes. Stir and enjoy!

Nutritional Value: Carbs from pasta, calcium and protein from cheese.

Image Suggestion: A mug filled with creamy mac 'n' cheese.

9. Avocado Toast

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe avocado

  • 2 slices of whole grain bread

  • Salt, pepper, chili flakes

Instructions:

  1. Toast the bread slices.

  2. Mash avocado and spread on toast.

  3. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.

Nutritional Value: Healthy fats from avocado, fiber from bread.

Image Suggestion: Two slices of toast with green avocado spread, sprinkled with chili flakes.

10. Microwave Veggie Rice Bowl

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup instant rice

  • 1/2 cup mixed veggies (frozen or fresh)

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp oil

Instructions:

  1. Cook rice as per instructions.

  2. In a separate bowl, microwave veggies with a bit of water for 2-3 minutes.

  3. Mix rice, veggies, oil, and soy sauce.

Nutritional Value: Carbs from rice, vitamins from veggies, and sodium from soy sauce.

Image Suggestion: A bowl filled with fluffy rice and colorful veggies.





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