Follow @admiral_ernieking (official page of MFSD) on IG if you really want to see what they eat. They eat VERY well during plebe summer. Last year? Everything was mostly cold, in a styrofoam box. Staff had to absorb all the “extras” that COVID required, cost wise, in their budget. And they got through it.
The Director of all this, the person in charge, has more money to work with going forward (heard him speak at a conference last fall). Increased money per Mid than ever before. He was a two sport athlete during his time at USNA (track and football), and is very aware of the nutritional needs of EVERYONE. Honestly, compared to colleges across the country, that I’ve been involved with, it’s quite impressive. They feed 4K plus Midshipmen, family style, 3 times a day. All at the same time (other than last year). Amazing.
There are fresh fruits and veggies galore. Salad bar. Protein stations during the day (pick up ‘free’ bars, shakes, etc). I think this next year they will see some positive dining changes (discussed in a recent training).
Beyond that? Mids can order their own deliveries a via doordash, or from local grocery store, beyond plebe summer. Or sponsor parents can deliver.
Food is not an issue. She won’t suffer from a lack of fruits and veggies during her SIQ. Which means someone is picking up a to-go meal for them. It OK. Don’t worry. You can spoil them during parents week. Especially if food is your love language
BTW…speaking of plant based foods, a chickpea Buffalo burger was recently featured on the King Hall Instagram. As a permanent addition to the menu.