I want to help out all of my fellow Pescatarians on college campuses (and at SHU!), because I know sometimes it feels like without meat, there is not a lot of options to eat. Stick with me, because this guide will help you eat the best way you can on campus.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so do not forget to grab something on the way to class, or before that long, much-needed nap after an 8 AM. I love getting granola and yogurt from Linda’s, or eating a protein bar that I bought at the store. The shuttle can take you to target that is located in the mall. Target is where I grab my protein and granola bars for breakfast.
Lunch is the next step, and mark my words that tuna wraps will become your best friend. I will usually get a tuna wrap for lunch at 63’s, and pair it with rice, chips, or the various sides they have. A lot of times I will get a tuna wrap with chips and a pickle, and my guilty pleasure drink: Diet Pepsi! Huge tip; at five o’clock PM, Linda’s lets you use swipes! You need to have one clear container with your food inside, and a medium fountain drink. This way if you are running low on dining dollars, you can use a swipe and save your dollars.
For dinner try a pizza! A lot of the pizzas are made for vegetarians! At both 63’s and Linda’s, they have cheese, margherita, spinach, and vegetable pizzas. If you love pizza like me, you are definitely going to appreciate this. Pizza is not always the healthiest choice, but definitely tastes the best. If you want to eat healthy, grabbing a salad is always a good idea. 63’s and Linda’s have salad bars with tons of options! They usually will have eggs, tuna, beans, chickpeas, vegetables, etc., which gives you the protein into your salad without the meat that everybody thinks you need. My personal favorite salad from Linda’s includes lots of pita bread. If you are a Linda’s lover like me, they have an amazing Veggie Burger! Take advantage of this burger, and get a bunch of yummy toppings you enjoy! I usually top my veggie burger off with chipotle mayo, and heaps of vegetables. Don’t forget to grab some fries on the side with your burger.
Remember, it is okay to eat what you enjoy. Don’t let other people influence your diet, and the food decisions you make. It is okay to have a pizza once in awhile, and if you’re me, every day. Please take advantage of these tips and tricks to eating a well-balanced Pescatarian diet on campus at Sacred Heart University.