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11 Healthy Recipes That Are Perfect For Cooking In College Dorms

These recipes are cheap, easy, and better than ordering pizza... again.
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Alex Lau

Ah, college. It may be the undisputed territory of 2 a.m. Domino's deliveries, mid-tailgate burgers, and keg stands — but that doesn't mean you need to go four years without cooking for yourself. Whether you're living in a tiny dorm or a not-so-renovated off-campus apartment, cooking at home is not only possible, it's invaluable, especially when you need to appease a roommate or recover from a big weekend.

Consider these 11 recipes your syllabus for Healthyish Cooking 101. Easy to shop for, easy to cook, and totally delicious to eat, they're the meals you'll want to learn now and cook for the rest of your life. Plus, they don't call for expensive ingredients or a lot of equipment—so you can save that extra money for beer (or, you know, textbooks).

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    Use-It-Up Frittata

    You can put whatever you want in it, and you don’t even need to turn on your oven.

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    Ultimate Zoodles

    This recipe is super-versatile: Use any sturdy root vegetable, such as carrots, turnips, celery root, or beets. If you don’t have a spiralizer, simply cut the zucchini and cucumber into thin matchsticks.

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    Pecan-Miso Butter and Jelly Sandwiches

    Feel free to use store-bought jelly, and avoid the temptation to add oil to the pecans when pulsing. They have plenty of natural fat if you just blitz them long enough.

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  • Bowl of mango sticky rice topped with black sesame seeds and scallions
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    Mango Sticky Rice

    Coconut sticky rice with mango is a classic Thai dessert. This easy method eliminates the need for any special equipment.

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    Summer Squash and Basil Pasta

    Sautéed squash eventually gets jammy and saucy if cooked long enough, ideal as a way to coat big pieces of pasta.

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