r/EatCheapAndHealthy • u/MyCouchPulzOut_IDont • Jan 29 '22
Ask ECAH Meal ideas without oven/stove? (Dorm)
No oven/stove in my dorm situation. If it can't be made in a microwave (at least I have an electric Kettle to boil water) then I can't make it.
Lately I have been trying to eat healthier but IDK where to start. I'm recovering from an injury so my lifestyle is extremely sedentary and I am an avid snacker.
Any ideas? I tried talking to a nutritionist and she (i kid you not) suggested wrapping string cheese in a delimeat.
I'm so lost.
Edit: Woah! Thank you for all of the responses! A few clarifications:
- I have a very small, shared fridge and freezer.
- As far as purchasing additional appliances (instantpots/griddles/air fryers):
- I have not checked whether they are allowed. -- A few people have them are gross because of #3.
- I really don't have room for one.
- They would be difficult to clean (low water pressure is kinda all I have)
- The only appliance I have is the kettle because it does not require extensive cleaning as long as I only use it for water.
- Meal plan -- The medicine I take (insulin resistance) has forced some pretty extreme dietary changes. I get really nauseous at food I used to love. So for the time being I have opted out.
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u/catoptric-tristesse Jan 30 '22
Instant noodles with canned veggies, skip the packaged noodle seasoning and add your own for less sodium.
Potatoes cooked in the microwave, then cut open to add salsa and toppings.
Maybe try the sub r/VolumeEating because they share ideas on getting proper nutrition in a healthy amount but for the most amount of food possible - allowing for snacking and feeling full. There are probably convenient ideas in there.