Skip the midnight pizza run and try some of these healthy—and fast—dorm-friendly dishes.

You Will Need

Instant oatmeal; Non-fat yogurt; Peanut butter or other nut butters; Whole grain pita and tortilla; Eggs; A whole potato

Garnishes like nuts, fruit, maple syrup, granola, cheese, and sour cream

Whole-grain offerings like crackers, pasta, bread, bagels, and English muf

And deli meat or tuna

Steps

STEP 1 Eat oatmeal

Eat oatmeal. It's fast, healthy, filling, and affordable. Dress it up with a spoonful of jam, a sprinkling of nuts or dried fruit, a dollop of peanut butter, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Instant oatmeal takes just a couple of minutes to make but can be packed with sugar, so look for plain varieties.

STEP 2 Eat non-fat yogurt

Reach for a non-fat yogurt. It’s full of protein and calcium, and it’s great with some banana, granola, raisins, or nuts. It’s also a smart dessert.

STEP 3 Eat nut butters

Know your nut butters. Peanut butter sets the standard, but there's also almond, cashew, and even soybean butter. Try a spoonful on apples,celery, whole-grain crackers, and even plain pasta.

STEP 4 Use whole grain pitas & tortillas

Use whole grain pita bread and tortillas for eating on the go. They're perfect for holding scrambled eggs, tuna salad, or cheese and lean deli meat.

STEP 5 Scramble eggs

Scramble some eggs. Crack them into a mug, beat in milk or water, and microwave for about a minute. Top with cheese, onions, and lean ham or chicken, and pair with a whole-grain bread, bagel, or English muffin.

STEP 6 Bake a potato

Bake a potato. Stab a potato with a fork and microwave it for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping it halfway through. Carefully slice and top the hot potato with cheese, chicken, and sour cream.

Studies show that the average first-year college student gains about half a pound a week!