When juggling classes, assignments, and social life, college students need quick and nutritious meals that are easy to prepare. By preparing these meals in advance, college students can save time, eat healthily, and avoid the temptation of fast food. Here are some perfect meal prep recipes that fit the bill:
1. Sweet Potato Hash for Collage Students

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You will love this healthy meal for breakfast. It is a nutritious way to start your day since it contains lean protein and veggies. You can also prepare this in mass at once so you can enjoy it all week.
And of course you can make it vegan by leaving out the sausage and serving it with a plant based protein like Tofu scramble or Black beans. You can also add other veggies like: Mushrooms, Zucchini, Poblano Pepper and more.
2. Easiest Burrito Bowl Meal Prep

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This is the easiest of all meals when it comes to meal preparation. The easiness and versatility makes this meal convenient for beginners to start learning meal prep with this meal. This requires the least amount of energy in the making and has zero complication since the ingredients are stored altogether in on container then sent to a refrigerator.
And to make it more ideal, it only costs 2 bucks per servings.
3. Taco Lettuce Wraps Meal Prep

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These are tacos but healthier. It includes ingredients like corn, tomatoes, black beans, and turkey. Feel free to substitute the turkey with anything else if you don’t like it.
This meal is ideal for busy times since it is easy to make yet flavorful meal.
4. Sheet Pan Thai Peanut Chicken Meal Prep

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Would anyone like to try another takeaway fake-out recipe? My new favorite chicken recipe is this Sheet Pan Thai Peanut Chicken Meal Prep because, in addition to having the delectable flavor of creamy peanut butter, it also has a kick from the hot Thai chili sauce it’s combined with. In addition, since the sauce is transferred straight into a Ziploc bag, this recipe for whole Thai peanut chicken just requires one sheet pan. That’s all. No more dishes! If you’re not cooking rice, that is. If you choose to omit the rice, double your vegetables.) Additionally, there was very little cutting or preparation required because of Mann’s Fresh Vegetables California Stir Fry. My lime, garlic, and chicken were the only things I truly cut.
5. Chicken Sausage Pasta Meal Prep

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Pasta is something I adore. Since it was among the least expensive meals you could prepare, it was a common college staple! Unfortunately, when I stopped purchasing any wheat goods a few years ago, I vowed never to buy pasta again. Since then, I’ve experimented with every possible alternative, beginning with veggie alternatives like broccoli slaw, spaghetti squash, and zucchini noodles. I’ve recently learned about the amazing world of gluten-free pasta alternatives, and I’m in love with them! Banza and Trader Joe’s lentil pasta stand out. I could live off of these 15-Minute Chicken Sausage Pasta Meal Prep Bowls every week and never grow tired of them. They just need four ingredients and are really simple to make.
6. Instant Pot Chicken Fried Rice

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You only need rice, chicken, and frozen vegetables to make this simple meal, which takes very little time and requires very little cleanup. You can serve it on its own or as a side dish with steamed broccoli, egg rolls, or dumplings.
7. Greek Chickpea Salad

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Sometimes I prefer to do meal prep lunches, but most of the time I eat leftovers from dinner. You won’t have to worry about what to eat when lunchtime arrives if you spend some time on Sunday making some sandwiches for the week. Lunch is ready when you open the fridge and select one of these Greek couscous salads! Your energy and attitude improve when you take the time to make a healthy dinner for yourself. A family is happy when the mother is happy. Feta cheese, cucumber, Kalamata olives, and a simple dressing give this salad all the greatest Mediterranean flavors, just like my Greek and Chickpea salad recipes.
8. Italian Couscous Meal Prep

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It tastes light and fresh, but it’s still pleasant and full. The dressing is full of dried herbs and spices, has a hint of sweetness, and is just the right amount of acidic. You may use this dish for a healthy lunch or dinner on a daily basis even if you’re not into meal planning. This recipe nicely fills 6 meal prep containers for 6 meals per week, plus it makes 4 generous (adult) dinner servings. Although I don’t mind having the same lunch every day, you could easily cut the dish in half, switch up the dressing for different days, add more vegetables (such artichokes, pepperoncini, banana peppers, etc.), or change up the vegetables.
9. Sesame Noodle Bowls Meal Prep

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Are you even in college if you aren’t getting 80% of your calories from noodles? This meal prep balances out the noods with protein and veggies so that you can feel healthy!
10. Quick Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal

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There’s just something about the way the rich chocolate blends with the sweet, tart cherries that’s absolutely irresistible! They used to be my guilty pleasure! I probably couldn’t handle one now without a sugar rush, but the memory of that cherry-chocolate combo inspired this Quick Chocolate Cherry Oatmeal.
11. Vegan Peanut Butter Microwave Mug Cake

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No need to turn on the oven; it only takes five minutes to prepare and disappears even faster! This version is just as quick and simple to whip up as the Biscoff one, but it’s a bit healthier since it’s refined sugar-free—and there’s a gluten-free option, too! It’s an ideal quick snack for when you’re craving something sweet, or a great “instant dessert” for those times when you finish dinner and need a little treat *right now*.
12. Simple Black-Eyed Pea Salad

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Whether you need a quick lunch, a side, or even a light dinner, this Simple Black-Eyed Pea Salad is a must-try for how delicious and easy it is to put together. And did you know there’s a tradition of eating black-eyed peas on New Year’s Day for good luck? Somehow, I only discovered this last December, but it’s a fun little tradition to adopt—and tasty too!
13. Avocado Artichoke Lentil Salad

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That balance transformed the perspective on lentils and opened the door to incorporating them into various dishes! The hesitation around lentils often comes from experiences with overly mushy ones. Texture plays a significant role in enjoyment, and mushiness is generally unappealing. It wasn’t until cooking school that the delightful potential of properly cooked lentils was discovered. The perfect lentil should have a nice bite, its earthy flavor harmonizing beautifully with a tangy vinaigrette.
14. Five Minute Easy Vegan Tacos

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The beauty of Mexican cuisine lies in its ability to create vibrant flavors using just a handful of ingredients and some chopping. This vegan taco recipe stands out by combining several classic Mexican salsas with tempeh.
15. Blueberry overnight oats

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This light and refreshing combination makes these healthy blueberry overnight oats a breakfast you won’t want to miss! This Blueberry Overnight Oats recipe is a delightful and nutritious option that can be prepared in just 5 minutes. It’s the ideal make-ahead breakfast for those hectic mornings! These creamy oats are loaded with juicy blueberries and enhanced by a touch of lemon zest, creating a fresh and vibrant flavor that evokes sunny spring or summer days.
16. Make ahead scrambled egg muffins

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Thankfully, these super easy scrambled egg muffins are here to make those hectic mornings much more manageable. As the school year approaches, those leisurely noon sleep-ins are sadly coming to an end. Early mornings around 6 or 7 a.m. can be tough, especially when it comes to finding something healthy to eat for breakfast. Countless frozen waffles have been consumed in a hurry before heading off to school.
17. Breakfast Burritos

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While traditional breakfast staples like eggs, sausage (or ham), and cheese are essential, don’t forget that a breakfast burrito can be customized with just about anything! Mix in jalapeños, mushrooms, or diced tomatoes for extra flavor. Get creative and turn last night’s leftovers into a breakfast masterpiece by adding scrambled eggs, cheese, and hash browns!
18. Spicy pineapple chicken

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While traditional breakfast staples like eggs, sausage (or ham), and cheese are essential, don’t forget that a breakfast burrito can be customized with just about anything! Mix in jalapeños, mushrooms, or diced tomatoes for extra flavor. Get creative and turn last night’s leftovers into a breakfast masterpiece by adding scrambled eggs, cheese, and hash browns!
19. Honey garlic chicken

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These honey garlic chicken thighs are the perfect balance of sweet and sour, sticky, and utterly delicious. Quick and easy to prepare, they make for nutritious meal prep bowls that are dairy-free and high in protein. Eating healthy is essential for a vibrant life, and this meal prep option will be a game changer. It’s so simple to whip up and packed with flavor that you’ll find yourself wanting to make it time and again without getting bored!
These are easy meal prep ideas for busy students.
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