Life in Halls

Foolproof meal-prep recipes to master at uni

By SanctuarySocial 22 Jun 2022

Being too tired or just too busy to cook is pretty common whilst you're at uni.

BUT you can beat the blues by prepping your meals ahead of time so you don't have to worry about cooking from scratch.

Here's a list of some of the easiest meal prep recipes for when cooking seems too tough:

1. Overnight Oats

Want to stay in bed an extra 5 minutes without having to worry about breakfast? Then overnight oats are perfect for you - just prepare your ingredients the night before and enjoy a quick, healthy and filling meal in the morning.

2. Macaroni and Cheese

This dish is easy to prepare and provides plenty of meals which you can save for later by storing in the fridge or freezer. You can spice things up by adding ingredients like bacon, garlic or even veg if you wanna try and get in some of your five-a-day.

3. Vegan Chilli

All you need for this heartwarming chilli is beans, veg and a nice big pot to cook it all in! It's a dish where you can throw in frozen ingredients and let it all bubble away, so you won't have to worry too much about prep. Chilli usually goes a long way so if there's enough to go around the flat, why not host a flat meal one night?

4. Lentil Stew

a close up of many different vegetables on display

Not only is this healthy stew easy to make, but it's also packed with nutrition, with plenty of veggies added in. It's tasty, warm and perfect for refuelling after lectures and all-day library study sessions.

5. Chicken Fajitas

With a bit of fajita seasoning, you can easily cook this classic, fun and simple Mexican dish. It's a great meal to get your whole flat involved in too. Once you've cooked up a fair amount, any leftovers can head straight into the freezer or into your lunchbox for tomorrow. And if you're looking for a veggie alternative, why not swap out the chicken for some halloumi?

6. Rice Salad

If you fancy a healthy option that's tasty whether it's hot or cold, why not try this hearty rice salad instead? It's packed with nutrition and is great for light lunches and dinners. All you need is some rice and veg - it'll work with pretty much any combo.