30 awesome and healthy whole food bowl recipes (2024)

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May 30, 2019December 9, 2020

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.

30 awesome and healthy whole food bowl recipes (1)

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Keto Ramen Chicken Noodles Recipe

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Quick & Easy Veggie Bowl

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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"

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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

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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

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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

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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.