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4 Microwave Meals to Hack College

Recipe 1

1 Turkey Bacon & Veggie Breakfast Frittata

275cal

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 3 egg whites
  • 2 slices turkey bacon (uncured, nitrate free, made from turkey meat)
  • 1 cup of chopped veggies (I used broccoli, bell pepper, red onions)
  • 1 tbsp mozzarella (optional)

Steps

Step 1

Utensils needed:

  • bowl for mixing
  • ramekin or baking dish

Calories275cal
Protein38g
Fats9g
Carbs6g
Fiber2g
Sugar1g
Recipe 2

2 Feta & Spinach Chicken Meatloaf with Marinara (Meal Prep)

363cal

Ingredients

  • 5oz lean ground chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup instant oatmeal (dry)
  •  1 egg white
  • 1 cup chopped raw spinach, bell peppers, onions
  • 2 tbsp feta
  • seasonings: salt, pepper, Mrs. Dash

Steps

Step 1

Utensils needed:

  • bowl for mixing
  • ramekin or baking dish

Calories363cal
Protein41g
Fats9g
Carbs27g
Fiber4g
Sugar1g
Recipe 3

3 Chicken & Savory Quinoa

279cal

Ingredients

For at least 3 servings:

  • 1/2 rotisserie chicken (12oz skinless chicken meat)
  • 1/2 cup quinoa (uncooked)
  • 1.5 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
  • 1/3 cup red onions
  • green onions to taste

Steps

Step 1

Utensils needed:

  • knife
  • medium glass bowl (for cooking)

Calories279cal
Protein36g
Fats6g
Carbs21g
Fiber2g
Sugar2g
Recipe 4

4 Orange Glazed Salmon for Date Night

308cal

Ingredients

For 2 -3 servings:

  • 1 lb salmon
  • 1.5 tbsp orange marmalade
  • 1.5 tbsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp coconut sugar
  • juice from 1/2 orange or 1 clementine

Steps

Step 1

Utensils needed:

  • microwavable safe plate (porcelain or glass)
  • plate cover to guard against splattering
  • knife
  • bowl for mixing

Calories308cal
Protein30g
Fats10g
Carbs8g
Sugar6g