10 DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make

Stuck inside all day and you cannot go to the grocery store to get the food that you need? Need to switch up your eating routine? Need to explore your creativity with food from your own home? Need 10 DIY recipes that every college student should make? No problem!

Here are 10 DIY food recipes every college student should make.

1. Quinoa Stuffed- Bell Peppers (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #1)

These super quick and easy-to-make stuffed peppers have everything you need to keep you feeling full and filled with protein. This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. You will need: 3 cups cooked quinoa, 1 (4-ounce) can green chilies, 1 cup corn kernels, 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed, 1/2 cup petite diced tomatoes, 1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese, 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, or more to taste, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste, and 6 bell peppers, tops cut, stemmed and seeded. In order to make this, first preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. While doing this, line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper. Then, in a large bowl, combine quinoa, green chilies, corn, beans, tomatoes, cheeses, cilantro, cumin, garlic, onion and chili powder, salt and pepper, to taste. After that, spoon the filling into each bell pepper cavity. Place on prepared baking dish, cavity side up, and bake until the peppers are tender and the filling is heated through, about 25-30 minutes. Finally, serve immediately! These stuffed bell peppers will provide the nutrition that you need for a healthy, balanced meal! This is one DIY food recipe every college student should make.

2. Pepperoni Quesadilla (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #2)

Who needs to order take-out pizza when you can cook a better version of pizza in your own home? With a super easy prep and whole wheat tortilla, you’ll be munching on a meal you can feel good about. Who doesn’t want pepperoni pizza? Duh, as if! This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. You will need: 1 Light Italian Herb Flat out flatbread, 2 tablespoons of your favorite pizza sauce, 1/3 cup shredded, reduced-fat Italian cheese blend, 1/8 teaspoon dried basil, 5 slices turkey pepperoni, and additional pizza sauce, if desired, for dipping. The directions for this yummy recipe go like this: First, Lay flatbread on work surface and spread pizza sauce evenly over entire flatbread. Next, on one half of flatbread, sprinkle about 2 tablespoons cheese and basil. Then lay the pepperoni slices evenly on top, and then sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly on top of the pepperoni. After that, fold the quesadilla in half, bringing the sauce-only half of the flatbread on top of the side with toppings. After laying out the quesadilla, preheat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cook quesadilla, covered, for about 3 minutes on the first side, just until toasty golden-brown. When that side is done, flip the quesadilla over and continue cooking on the second side, covered, for about an additional minute, until the cheese melts and the second side of the flatbread is a light, toasty golden-brown. Finally, remove from the heat, cut into wedges, and serve with additional pizza sauce for dipping, if desired. This easy, cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Quesadilla recipe takes just minutes to throw together! With fiber-rich whole grains and lots of protein, it’s perfect as a quick meal or a hearty, nourishing, keep-you-powered-up snack! Plus, it’s got all the delicious flavors of a pepperoni pizza – a total family favorite anytime! This is the second DIY food recipe every college student should make.

3.  Double Chocolate Muffins with Fresh Strawberries (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #3)

This is sort of like breakfast, but a thousand times better. Make a bunch of these muffins for a week’s worth of healthy breakfasts. Do yourself a favor and save your money (plus calories) on Starbucks and make the switch to this yummy recipe. This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. You will need: 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour, 1 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, 2/3 cup packed brown sugar, 1/3 cup nonfat milk, 1/3 cup 100% fruit seedless strawberry jelly, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1 1/2 teaspoons canola oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 cup stemmed and hulled, finely chopped fresh strawberries, and 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips, divided. In order to make this recipe, first, preheat the oven to 400°F. Then, prepare muffin pans, lining with baking cups. After that, in a large bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and sea salt, whisking to thoroughly combine. After that, in a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, milk, jelly, applesauce, egg, canola oil, and vanilla, mixing thoroughly. Next, make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the wet ingredients to the well. Stir the batter just enough to combine, being careful not to over-mix. Next, add the strawberries and ¼ cup mini chocolate chips, and stir again briefly, just to combine. Next, spoon batter into prepared muffin liners, filling each about ⅔ – ¾ full. Do not over-fill. Next, sprinkle the remaining mini chocolate chips evenly on top of the muffins. After that, bake for 14-19 minutes, just until a toothpick inserted in the center of the muffins comes out clean. Finally, cool muffins in the pan for about 5 minutes or until the muffins are beginning to set and are cool enough to handle. Remove the muffins to wire racks to cool completely. This is the third DIY food recipe every college student should make.

4. DIY Burrito Bowls (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #4)

Take a pass on Chipotle and whip up your own burrito bowls. These are infinitely tastier, cheaper and healthier! This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. In order to make this, you will need: 1 cup uncooked rice, 1 cup salsa, homemade or store-bought, 3 cups chopped Romaine lettuce, 1 (15.25-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained, 1 (15-ounce) black beans, drained and rinsed, 2 Roma tomatoes, diced, 1 avocado, halved, seeded, peeled and diced, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves. For the Chipotle cream sauce, you will need: 1 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon chipotle paste, 1 clove garlic, pressed, Juice of 1 lime, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, or more, to taste. The directions for this are: To make the chipotle cream sauce, whisk together sour cream, chipotle paste, garlic, lime juice and salt; set aside. Next, in a large saucepan of 1 1/2 cups water, cook rice according to package instructions; let cool and stir in salsa; set aside. After that, to assemble the bowls, divide rice mixture into serving bowls; top with lettuce, corn, black beans,tomatoes, avocado and cilantro. Finally, serve immediately, drizzled with chipotle cream sauce. This is the fourth DIY food recipe every college student should make.

5. 20-Minute Avocado Pasta (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #5)

Avocados are everywhere, but we couldn’t resist without pasta. This recipe has no butter, just creamy avocado goodness that’ll keep you full. Add any protein you want to spice things up, and whole wheat pasta to make it even healthier! This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. In order to make this, you will need: 12 ounces spaghetti, 2 ripe avocados, halved, seeded and peeled, 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste, 1/3 cup olive oil, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved, and 1/2 cup canned corn kernels, drained and rinsed. The directions for this are: First, in a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions; drain well. Next, to make the avocado sauce, combine avocados, basil, garlic and lemon juice in the bowl of a food processor; season with salt and pepper, to taste. With the motor running, add olive oil in a slow stream until emulsified; set aside. After that, in a large bowl, combine pasta, avocado sauce, cherry tomatoes and corn. Finally, serve immediately. This is the fifth DIY food recipe every college student should make.

6. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #6)

This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. You will need:  2 cups raw almonds, 20 pitted dates, 1/4 cup and 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1/8 teaspoon sea salt. The directions for this are: First, place almonds in a food processor and process on high until the almonds are completely crushed. Next, add dates, cocoa powder, peanut butter, maple syrup and sea salt into food processor and process on high again. And finally, using a small ice cream scooper or spoon, scoop dough and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough and place in refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving. This is the sixth DIY food recipe every college student should make.

7. Banana Bliss Protein Bard (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #7)

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This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. You will need: 1/2 cup flour, 2 medium, mashed bananas, 1/4 cup peanut butter, and 1/4 cup maple syrup. Directions: First, mix the flour and bananas together in a bowl. Then, melt the peanut butter along with the maple syrup in the microwave. After that, combine the two mixtures and mix until the batter is thick. After that, scoop out the batter and form the dough into desired shape (squares, rectangles, balls, etc.). Next, place the dough on baking sheet. Finally, place the baking sheet in fridge for 30 minutes or until the bars are firm. This is the seventh DIY food recipe every college student should make.

8. Homemade Larabars (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #8)

This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. You will need: 1 cup almonds, 3/4 cup pitted dates, 3/4 cup dried cranberries, and 1/8 teaspoon sea salt. Directions: First, pour the almonds into a food processor and process on high until the almonds are crushed completely. Next,  add dates and dried cranberries to the food processor and process until the mixture is sticky and thick. After that, place the mixture on a baking sheet in desired shape (squares, rectangles, balls, etc.). Finally, put baking sheet into fridge and chill for 30 minutes before serving. This is the eighth DIY food recipe every college student should make.

9. Chicken Caesar Lettuce Wrap (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #9)

It’s a salad, It’s a wrap, it’s a Chicken Caesar lettuce wrap! Make that big Chicken Caesar salad into a convenient on the go lunch wrap! Perfect to get the best of both chicken and a salad quickly! Try this delightful and appetizing wrap for a perfect lunch!  Add a drink, a side and you are good to go!   This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. For the chicken, you will need: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 c. Caesar dressing, plus more for garnish, 3 tbsp. olive oil, divided, Juice of 1 lemon, divided, Kosher salt, ground black pepper. As for the lettuce wraps, you will need: 9 leaves romaine or butter-head lettuce, for cups, 1/2 c. quartered cherry tomatoes, 4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled, 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan, for garnish. Directions: First, in a medium bowl, toss chicken with dressing, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and half of lemon juice. Season generously with salt and pepper, cover with plastic wrap, and let marinate in fridge for at least 30 minutes. Next, in a large skillet over medium heat, heat remaining oil. Add chicken breasts to skillet and cook until golden and no longer pink, 8 minutes per side. Remove from heat, let rest 5 minutes, then cut into bite sized pieces. Finally, assemble lettuce wraps: Fill each lettuce cup with chicken pieces, tomatoes, and bacon. Top with a squeeze of lemon, more dressing, Parmesan, and a couple extra cranks of black pepper. This is the ninth DIY food recipe every college student should make.

10. Bistro Box (DIY Food Recipes Every College Student Should Make #10)

Save time, skip the line and make your own homemade bistro box! This box is great for a quick on the go lunch! Delicious and savory all in the same lunch! Don’t like an ingredient? That’s okay, make the bistro box to your liking. This is definitely one DIY food recipe every college student should make. You will need: 1/4 c. almonds, 1/3 c. carrots, 1 c. Grapes, 1/4 c. pickle chips, 1 tbsp. mustard, 1 whole wheat tortilla, 1 slice ham, 1 slice cheddar, 1/2 c. spinach. Directions: First, place almonds, carrots, grapes and pickle chips in your container. Finally, spread mustard onto your tortilla. Top with ham, cheese, and spinach. Roll into a pinwheel and slice into rounds. Place in container. This is the tenth and final DIY food recipe every college student should make.

Which meal do you like the most? Which one of these DIY food recipes might you try next? Sound off in the comments below!

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