30 awesome and healthy whole food bowl recipes
I have you covered for breakfast, lunch and dinner with these 30 awesome healthy whole food bowl recipes. Included are Buddha bowls, nourish bowls, breakfast bowls, smoothie bowls and more to suit your eating style.
I am a big fan of bowl recipes which started when I discovered Buddha bowls.
However, since then I have realised that there are so many different types of bowl recipes.
What are the different types of bowls
- Buddha bowl – a vegetarian meal served in a bowl which typically includes several small portions of food, normally served cold. A Buddha bowl may include things like leafy greens, quinoa, tofu, chickpeas and other vegetables. There are also variations that include meat protein like Lemon Garlic Chicken Buddha Bowl.
- Nourish bowl – similar to a Buddha bowl, however some may contain animal proteins, like eggs, chicken or beef.
- Poke bowl – is made up raw fish (typically tuna) with rice, vegetables and umami-packed sauces.
- Smoothie bowl – a smoothie is basically a smoothie served in a bowl and is topped with things like berries (or other fruit), nuts, seeds and/or coconut.
- Breakfast bowl – these are breakfast meals in a bowl. They could be anything from overnight oats topped with fruit & nuts, poached eggs with quinoa and much more
There are many other different types as well, including deconstructed bowls, prep bowls, rice bowls and seasonal bowls. The list is endless!
All the bowl recipes in this round up are made with healthy whole food and you can easily adapt them to suit your eating preference. Some of the bowls include rice, but you could easily swap that for quinoa or cauliflower rice.
I also like to use pretty bowls when I make up my bowl recipes as it makes the meals look amazing!
30 awesome and healthy whole food bowl recipes
Sweet Potato Taco Bowl
Easy, delicious, and vibrant Sweet Potato Taco Bowl! Take taco night up to the next level with this delicious and healthy meal!
Chicken Burrito Bowls with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
Chicken Burrito Bowls with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice are healthy, low carb chicken burrito bowls served with cilantro lime cauliflower rice. They're great for meal prep!
Buddha Bowl with Spring Vegetables
A Buddha Bowl is a turbo-charged salad loaded with grains, vegetables, vegetarian proteins, nuts, seeds, herbs, greens – so many choices! They’re healthy, filling, and beautiful! Enjoy the season’s freshest veggies in your very own spring vegan Buddha Bowl.
Autumn Nourish Bowl
This vegan autumn bowl is filled with butternut squash, cabbage, pomegranate, and my favourite turmeric rice. Spicy, colourful, and simple, this is comfort food at its best.
Berry Coconut Breakfast Bowl
You're going to love this quick, delicious, and customizable Berry Coconut Breakfast Bowl. It's loaded with fresh berries, seasonal fruit, and coconut milk!
Sweet & Spicy Green Power Tofu Quinoa Bowl
A beautiful vibrant green power bowl filled with quinoa, sweet and spicy tofu, mixed wilted greens, jalapeño slices, avocado, cilantro and sesame seeds. This makes an absolutely delicious vegan and gluten-free high protein lunch or dinner!
Keto Ramen Chicken Noodles Recipe
Perfectly tasty, those Keto Ramen Chicken Noodles are filled with flavors all over. Add whatever you want and make it as colorful you wish, it will never be the same as last time. Loved by all, those Keto Ramen Noodles are a must on a regular basis
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie Bowl
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Smoothie Bowl - this quick and easy smoothie bowl will have you thinking you're eating dessert for breakfast....but it's actually healthy!
Sushi Deconstructed: Ahi Poke Bowl with Quinoa and Avocado
Bring the taste of Hawaii to your table, but add a bit of a California twist with this Ahi Poke Bowl with Quinoa and Avocado.
Brown Rice Bowl with Hummus & Roasted Cauliflower
This brown rice bowl was inspired by a meal at Nuba in Vancouver, Canada. It is awash with color from Castelvetrano olives, spinach, tomatoes, and grapes. But the real stars of the show are the roasted cauliflower and hummus. For a meal-in-a-bowl with a satisfying mix of textures and flavors, this is the lunch or dinner you need.
Peaches and Cream Smoothie Bowls
Sweet peaches, almond milk and a touch of vanilla and honey are blended until smooth and topped with crunchy granola for a hearty healthy breakfast! This easy Peaches and Cream Smoothie Bowl will be a new favorite!
Keto Lemon Chicken Cauliflower Rice Bowls
Lightened-up easy weeknight dinner in 30 minutes. Healthy and Keto Lemon Chicken Cauliflower Rice Bowls are full of protein and clean ingredients without extra carbs and is gluten-free.
Tropical Buddha Bowls with Plantains, Black Beans, and Mango Salsa
Tropical flavors - mango, avocado, citrus, and plantains - dress up simple black beans in a healthy, hearty one-dish meal... Tropical Buddha Bowls with Plantains, Black Beans, and Mango Salsa can be on your table in less than 45 minutes!
Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Our Quinoa Breakfast Bowl is a nutritious ‘Get Your Day Going’ breakfast filled with hot quinoa, crisp bacon, fresh vegetables and topped off with a poached egg.
Quick & Easy Veggie Bowl
This simple 15-minute Veggie Bowl with lemony tahini sauce is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner in a hurry. Variations of it can even be prepared ahead of time to eat throughout the week when you don't have time to meal plan.
One Skillet "Egg Roll in a Bowl"
All of the delicious flavors of your favorite fried Chinese restaurant appetizer come together in a lighter, faster, one skillet meal! This "Egg Roll in a Bowl" is a quick and healthy dinner that's ready in about 20 minutes!
Spicy Chickpea Freekeh Buddha Bowl
This vegan Spicy Chickpea Freekeh Buddha Bowl is the ultimate healthy lunch or dinner. It’s ready in 30 min and packed with veggies and fresh flavors!
Chocolate Cherry Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Packed with nutrients, this beautiful chocolate cherry vegan smoothie bowl recipe is a healthy and delicious way to start the day.
Moroccan Chicken Couscous Salad Bowl
This Moroccan Chicken salad is the perfect lunch. The chicken is marinated in wonderful moroccan seasoning, whist the sweet tart pomegranate and salty feta round out the dish. Served onto of a bed of couscous with plenty of fresh salad and herbs, this moroccan salad is sure to leave you feeling satisfied.
Vegan Meal Prep Bowls with Quinoa, Veggies & Lemon Vinaigrette
An easy meal prep recipe that makes a delicious lunch or dinner on busy days. This meal prep bowl is naturally vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. It's packed with quinoa, roasted broccoli, grapes, and pecans.
The Classic Power Bowl
Find your bliss with The Classic Power Bowl from Blissful Basil. A delightful combination of spicy cauliflower rice, warming & crisp sweet potatoes & creamy, garlicky avocado mash.
Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Bowl
This recipe for Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Bowl is hearty, satisfying and full of Middle Eastern flavour.
Papaya Watermelon Nice Cream Smoothie Bowl
A creamy, refreshing, healthy, easy and TASTY Papaya Watermelon Nice Cream Smoothie Bowl ripe for the toppings of your choice! Gluten-free & Vegan.
Summer Harvest Vegan Burrito Bowl
These vegan burrito bowls are filling, healthy, & take less than 30 minutes. Spicy black beans, rice, & summer veggies make up this easy, adaptable weeknight meal.
Quinoa, Kale and Eggplant Bowl with Muhammara
An earthy and satisfying bowl of lemony quinoa and kale, grilled eggplant and a generous serving of muhammara (walnut and red pepper dip).
Spicy Shrimp and Cauliflower Rice Bowl
A quick, easy, healthy meal made in about 15-20 minutes! If making your own cauliflower rice, see instructions in blog post.
Chickpeas Kale Quinoa Buddha Bowl
This Vegan Quinoa Buddha Bowl uses kale and roasted chickpeas and is completed by a delicious Avocado Cream Dressing!
Shredded Rainbow Salad with Edamame
This shredded rainbow salad is an excellent vitamin boost for these cold rainy days. You can serve it as a vegan meal on its own or as a side dish with protein.
Blackcurrant and Chia Seed Overnight Oats
Bring on the berries and enjoy a bowl of antioxidant blackcurrant and chia seed overnight oats.
Bali Bowl with Tempeh, Peanuts and Tomato Sambal
A healthy plant-powered bowl of red rice, salad and Balinese style fried tempeh and peanuts with a fresh tomato and chilli sambal.