A collection of my favorite healthy grain bowl recipes, including savory, sweet, protein packed and vegetarian!
Grain bowls are a fun and easily customizable dinner to make. Fast, versatile, and packed with nutrients, there are endless possibilities when it comes to your next meal-in-a-bowl. Also commonly referred to as Buddha bowls, they can be made with rice, quinoa, bulgur wheat, or even oats! Whether you’re looking for a sweet or savory option, here are 20 healthy grain bowl recipes for you to try out from me and some of my favorite food bloggers. Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Which type of grain is healthiest?
Oats and quinoa are packed full of fiber as well as antioxidants and other vitamins! They’re also naturally gluten-free.
Are grain bowls good for weight loss?
If you pack it full of protein, then yes! Meals full of fiber and protein keep you feeling fuller for longer, so you’re inclined to eat less often and cut calories, helping you to lose weight.
What are the basics of a Buddha bowl?
Start with a base of a whole grain, like wild rice or quinoa, then pack on lots of fresh veggies, a plant or animal based protein, and maybe drizzle with a dressing or sauce.
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20 Healthy Grain Bowl Recipes
Grain Bowls with Chicken and Vegetables
40 minutes
This protein-packed chicken and roasted veggie grain bowl is drizzled with a creamy tahini dressing and bursting with flavor.
Try: Grain Bowls with Chicken and Vegetables Pin
Quinoa and Roasted Broccoli Lunch Bowls
Make these Quinoa and Roasted Broccoli Lunch Bowls ahead of time, and you’ll have a nutritious, protein-packed lunch ready for busy weekdays!
Try: Quinoa and Roasted Broccoli Lunch Bowls 
Grilled Vegetable Southwestern Quinoa Bowls
These Grilled Vegetable Southwestern Quinoa Bowls are so jam packed with flavor! This is going to be your new favorite salad!
Try: Grilled Vegetable Southwestern Quinoa Bowls 
Mel’s Buddha Bowls {With Super Tasty Peanut Sauce}
This easy Buddha bowl recipe with creamy peanut sauce is healthy…AND super tasty! It is also super easy to customize!
Try: Mel’s Buddha Bowls {With Super Tasty Peanut Sauce} 
Banh Mi Chicken Rice Bowls
The chicken is marinated with Chinese five spice which might just be my favorite spice ever. It should be called sensational spice, or crack spice.
Try: Banh Mi Chicken Rice Bowls 
Wasabi Vegetable Bowls
Vegetable-packed brown rice vegetable bowls with broccoli, spinach, microgreens, cucumber, and a wasabi sauce. A delicious and healthful weeknight vegan meal!
Try: Wasabi Vegetable Bowls 
Lebanese Rice Bowls with Hummus
25 minutes
These Lebanese rice bowls are topped with seasoned beef, garlicky hummus, cucumber yogurt sauce and more. The ultimate meal-in-a-bowl!
Try: Lebanese Rice Bowls with Hummus 
Chicken Caesar Salad Bowls with Quinoa
30 minutes
This hearty and satisfying salad bowl recipe is filled with leafy romaine, juicy chicken and protein-packed quinoa then drizzled with a Caesar vinaigrette.
Try: Chicken Caesar Salad Bowls with Quinoa Pin
Honey Sriracha Chicken Quinoa Bowls
Honey Sriracha Chicken Quinoa Bowl – a very simple combination of sweet and spicy flavored chicken served over quinoa.
Try: Honey Sriracha Chicken Quinoa Bowls 
Beef Taco Quinoa Bowls
Taco Salad Bowls are a delicious and healthy 30 minute meal that satisfies everyone at the dinner table. They are simple, fresh, and easy to make.
Try: Beef Taco Quinoa Bowls 
Chicken Quinoa Bowls
30 minutes
This healthy make-ahead chicken burrito bowl is filled with protein-rich quinoa, creamy avocado,and pico de gallo.The ultimate high protein recipe.
Try: Chicken Quinoa Bowls Pin
Spring Vegetable Grain Bowls with Pistachio Pesto
Roasted Spring Vegetable Grain Bowls highlight the best of the best in the produce aisle this time of year. They’re healthy, full of flavor, and ridiculously easy to make!
Try: Spring Vegetable Grain Bowls with Pistachio Pesto 
Smoky Tempeh Vegetable Rice Bowls
Smoky tempeh with fresh vegetables and sprouts over rice and topped with an egg makes for a healthy, and delicious meal.
Try: Smoky Tempeh Vegetable Rice Bowls 
Asian Shrimp Barley Bowls
This Asian Shrimp Barley Bowl is a healthy, easy to make, make ahead dinner recipe! We love this chewy, nutty barley mixed with fresh jumbo shrimp!
Try: Asian Shrimp Barley Bowls 
Nourish Buddha Bowls with Harissa Tahini Dressing
This Nourish Buddha Bowl is filled with nourishing, detoxifying and best of all absolutely delicious veggies and grains and topped with an incredible tahini dressing!
Try: Nourish Buddha Bowls with Harissa Tahini Dressing 
Spicy Kimchi Quinoa Bowls
These spicy kimchi quinoa bowls are the perfect weeknight dinner. They’re quick, easy and super healthy, packed with protein, fermented veggies, and greens!
Try: Spicy Kimchi Quinoa Bowls 
Berry Quinoa Power Bowls
Start your mornings off right with these superfood power bowls, loaded with fresh berries and a drizzle of honey. Quick and easy!
Try: Berry Quinoa Power Bowls 
Vegan Thai Veggie Quinoa Bowls
Thai Veggie Quinoa Bowl recipe is a perfect summer one pot meal. Full of crunchy flavors and a sharp and tangy Asian inspired dressing. Healthy and delicious. Vegan and Gluten-Free too.
Try: Vegan Thai Veggie Quinoa Bowls 
Grain Bowls with Maple Chipotle Brussels and Coconut Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Try: Grain Bowls with Maple Chipotle Brussels and Coconut Roasted Sweet Potatoes
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