28 Dorm-Friendly Recipes That Don't Require a Stove — No Cooking Skills Required

POPSUGAR Photography | Lexi Lambros

Let's face it: if you're a college student living in the dorms, sometimes you just need a break from the dining hall. But chances are you are also on a budget and want to avoid ordering takeout as much as you can. Luckily, there are plenty of healthy meal and snack options you can prepare in your dorm room, even without a kitchen. You might need a toaster oven or a microwave for some of these recipes, but we've got you covered with 28 options, from sandwiches and wraps to salads and desserts. And did we mention breakfast? We have many options for the first meal of the day.

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Overnight Oats

Get the recipe: overnight oats

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POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts

Microwaveable Peanut Butter and Banana Oatmeal

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Avocado Toast

Get the recipe: avocado toast

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POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts

Microwaveable Cheesy Egg Omelet

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Sweet Potato Toast

Get the recipe: sweet potato toast

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1-Minute Microwaveable Egg Sandwich

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Coconut Chia Pudding

Get the recipe: coconut chia pudding

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Avocado Omelet in a Mug

Get the recipe: avocado omelet in a mug

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Homemade Microwaveable Chicken Noodle Soup

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POPSUGAR Photography | Nicole Perry

Hummus Toast

Get the recipe: hummus toast

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POPSUGAR Photography | Anna Monette Roberts

Indian Red Beans Over Rice

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Mango and Jalapeño Quesadillas

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Chinese Brown Rice Salad With Edamame

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Baked Potatoes

Get the recipe: baked potatoes

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Turkey and Apple Pita Pocket

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Tuna Salad Sandwich

Get the recipe: tuna salad sandwich

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Hummus and Veggie Sandwich

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Vegan Black Bean Salad

Get the recipe: vegan black bean salad

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Mason Jar Taco Salad

Get the recipe: mason jar taco salad

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Smashed Avocado Chickpea Salad

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Healthy Grilled Cheese Sandwich

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POPSUGAR Photography | Sarah Lipoff

Turkey Wrap

Get the recipe: turkey wrap

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POPSUGAR Photography | Jenny Sugar

Single-Serving Vegan Banana Bread

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Banana Popsicles

Get the recipe: banana popsicles

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POPSUGAR Photography | Nicole Iizuka

Frozen Yogurt Bites

Get the recipe: frozen yogurt bites

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Smudgies

Get the recipe: smudgies

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Frozen Nutty Banana Nibblers

Get the recipe: nutty banana nibblers

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