Four easy meals to make in your dorm

While juggling classes, work and other responsibilities, it can be difficult for many students to find something healthy and fast to nosh on. Here are four fast and easy recipes perfect for students on the go.

No Bake Energy Bites are a healthy alternative to other sweet sugary snacks that will cause a major crash a few hours later. They require a bit of preparation but are packed with energy to keep you going through classes all day.

Here is what you will need:

• 1 cup dry oats
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 2/3 cup of coconut flakes
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Simply throw all these ingredients into one bowl and mix them together thoroughly. For all the vegans out there, this is a great snack that is tasty and filling. It's also easily adaptable, so other ingredients that may go well include cranberries, nuts, Nutella or trail mix. Spoon the mixture into ice cream scoop-sized balls and refrigerate them.

Looking for something to hold you over until lunch? A banana burrito is the perfect fix. Here is what you will need:

• 1 six-inch tortilla
• 1 banana
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 2 tablespoons strawberry jam

Directions: Spread the peanut butter and jam on the tortilla. Wrap the unpeeled banana in the tortilla and microwave for 25-30 seconds. Presto! This is a quick and filling snack to make in between classes with enough protein to keep you going for the afternoon.

Tired of eating at the dining hall every afternoon? Make a quesadilla with minimal ingredients. Here is what you will need:

• 1 six-inch tortilla
• 1 bag of shredded Monterrey Jack cheese
• Spinach leaves
• Chicken

Lay out the tortilla and throw on the cheese, followed by the chicken and spinach. If you have the time, shred the spinach leaves to evenly disperse them on the tortilla. Microwave the quesadilla for 30 seconds or until the cheese starts bubbling. The best part about this recipe is that it's easy to make a few portions if you are hungry. Add different toppings like peppers, salsa, or refried beans to change it up.

This last recipe is great for anyone, and can be adapted for gluten-free students as well. Here is what you will need:

• 1 potato
• Edam cheese (shredded)
• 1 can of chili

First, wash the potato and poke it with a fork a few times. Then microwave the potato for seven minutes, flip it and cook it for another seven minutes. Once the potato has cooled down, cut it in half and sprinkle the cheese on top. Microwave the chili and poor a decent amount on top for a more filling meal.

Even making a few of these recipes every once in a while is a good start to eating healthy on a busy schedule.

 

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