15 Grain Bowls That Prove Healthy Doesn’t Have to Be Boring

Grain bowls are the perfect way to pack a lot of flavor and nutrition into one simple meal. They’re easy to make, versatile, and anything but boring. Whether you’re looking for a hearty lunch or a light dinner, these grain bowl recipes will keep you excited about eating healthy without having to suffer through salads.

Mango chia breakfast bowl

Mango chia breakfast bowls are full of bright, tropical flavors with a base of creamy mango, chia, and coconut milk. Top with toasted coconut and raspberries or any fresh fruit you like. These bowls make a refreshing and easy lunch option.
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Caribbean chicken and quinoa bowls with pineapple avocado salsa

This one-bowl chicken dish is great for leftovers and topped with fresh, colorful pineapple avocado salsa. Packed with protein and flavor, it’s a quick and tasty lunch choice.
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Millet nourish bowl

A hearty bowl with millet, roasted and raw veggies, pumpkin seeds, and lemon-tahini sauce. This bowl is perfect for a nutritious and filling lunch.
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Greek brown rice bowls

These Greek brown rice bowls combine everything you love about a gyro and a Greek salad. Filled with lamb, pickled red onions, cucumbers, and feta, they’re a great lunch option.
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Banh mi tofu bowl

Enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors of this banh mi tofu bowl. It’s a light, healthy, and quick-to-prepare lunch.
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Salmon brown rice nourish bowl with quick pickles

This salmon brown rice nourish bowl with quick pickles is easy to make, light, and healthy. A great choice for a nourishing and easy lunch.
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Mediterranean chicken quinoa bowl

Fresh and flavorful grain bowls with quinoa, lemon-oregano marinated chicken, and a fresh cucumber-tomato salad. Set everything out and let everyone assemble their own bowls for a fun lunch.
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Buddha bowl with lemon tahini dressing

This vegan buddha bowl features a delicious lemon tahini dressing and a rainbow of vegetables. It’s perfect for healthy meal prep and makes a great lunch.
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Greek chicken rice bowl

These Greek rice bowls are perfect for make-ahead meals. Made with rice, seasoned chicken, and vegetables, they’re finished with feta and a squeeze of lemon juice for a flavorful lunch.
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Spinach quinoa salad

This spinach quinoa salad is packed with fresh vegetables, grains, leafy greens, and healthy fats. It’s great as a main dish for lunch, dressed with a homemade lemon vinaigrette.
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Spiced chickpea grain bowls and creamy tahini dressing

These spiced chickpea grain bowls are topped with a creamy tahini dressing, making them a flavorful and easy lunch option.
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Veggie quinoa bowl with avocado dressing

This veggie quinoa bowl is full of flavor, texture, and nutrients. Made with white quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, and broccoli, it’s dressed with an avocado and peanut butter dressing. Ready in 45 minutes, it’s perfect for lunch.
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Bean quinoa bowl

This bean quinoa bowl is packed with protein and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. It’s a great vegetarian lunch option.
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Berry quinoa porridge

Start your day with berry quinoa porridge. This easy and quick breakfast, topped with fresh fruit and nuts, will keep you full until lunchtime.
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Mediterranean quinoa salad

This Mediterranean quinoa salad with feta cheese combines amazing flavors into one bowl. It makes a simple and tasty lunch.
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