Make The Most Out of Your Money
How Meal Prepping Saves Time, Money & Effort
By Delaney Gould, Staff Writer
To save time, money and effort, college students at Lynn University have found themselves meal-prepping weekly dishes.
Meal prepping is most commonly known as a way for gym pros and college students on a budget to save money and time on their weekly eats. It has recently become a broader trend sweeping the nation with creative dishes, endless ideas and extreme money-saving opportunities.
Grocery stores like Aldi and Walmart provide inexpensive options for college students to shop without fear of breaking the bank for a meal. By meal prepping, students can create an endless array of breakfasts, lunches and dinners without spending more than $50 on groceries.
“I love doing my shopping at Aldi. They have a great selection of meats, spices and vegetables for a great price,” said Ethan Yorio, a senior. “For my last meal prep, I spent only $42 for five days’ worth of meals.”
Meal prepping allows students to remain health-conscious without stressing over what they eat for breakfast, lunch or dinner. This frees up time they would not have if they had to scramble to decide what to eat for each meal every day. By saving this time — and money — students can be more productive and have the freedom to budget expenses that are important to them.
“It really helps me save money,” said Danielle Farinas, a senior. “I can grab a meal from the fridge instead of going out and buying a meal. It makes me feel very organized also.”
However, there are some downsides to this meal preparation, as eating the same dish for a week straight can be unappealing to some students.
“I tried meal prepping for a week but ended up getting sick of the food very quickly,” said Bridget Beacom, a sophomore. “I need something different every night for dinner. Eating the same thing every night gets boring very quickly.”
When considering both the pros and cons of meal prepping, it cannot be denied that saving money is always a top priority for college students. Planning, preparing and enjoying thought-out meals every day will help you save money that you never knew was possible.
