Finding a meal that’s healthy, filling, and ACTUALLY easy to make can feel impossible.
You want something better than a boring sandwich, but you don’t have a ton of time.
This is where the grain bowl saves the day.
It’s a simple idea: start with a yummy grain like quinoa or rice, then pile on your favorite toppings. Think roasted veggies, beans, chicken, and a REALLY good sauce to bring it all together.
These bowls are ANYTHING but boring. They’re colorful, packed with flavor, and will actually keep you full.
I’ve put together a list of the best grain bowl recipes to get you started.
There are ideas for super quick lunches and easy weeknight dinners that everyone will love.
So get ready to find your new favorite meal.
1. Teriyaki Chicken Bowl
This teriyaki chicken bowl is a flavorful and satisfying meal made with tender chicken, fresh veggies, and fluffy steamed rice.
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it’s a crowd-pleasing favorite that brings bold teriyaki flavor to every bite.
2. Greek Shrimp Bowls with Quinoa
Greek Shrimp Bowls with Quinoa bring fresh, bold flavors in every bite.
Easy to make and packed with juicy shrimp, fluffy quinoa, and classic Mediterranean touches.
3. Mediterranean Grain Bowls with Roasted Chickpeas
Throw a little sunshine on your plate with these Mediterranean Grain Bowls with Roasted Chickpeas. Packed with fresh veggies, hearty quinoa, and a creamy hummus dressing, they’re a flavorful and satisfying way to enjoy a bowl full of goodness.
4. Curry Quinoa Bowl
Creamy vegan coconut curry meets hearty quinoa in this easy, satisfying curry quinoa bowl. Packed with flavor and ready in minutes, it’s a frugal, nutritious dinner that feels special without the fuss.
5. Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowls with Cashew Curry Sauce
Creamy and satisfying, these Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowls are packed with hearty flavors and vibrant textures.
Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, they’re ready in under an hour and bring all the cozy vibes of a vegan quinoa bowl.
6. Vegan Burrito Bowl
This vegan burrito bowl is a quick, satisfying dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy. Packed with flavor and ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a simple way to make a tasty, budget-friendly meal.
7. Instant Pot Burrito Bowl
This Instant Pot Burrito Bowl is a fast, flavorful weeknight favorite made with tender chicken and hearty black beans.
Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping, it’s ready in minutes and tastes like it took hours.
8. Korean Beef Bowls
Enjoy these tasty Korean beef bowls made with savory ground beef and a sweet sauce that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Packed with rice and fresh veggies, it’s a simple yet satisfying twist on asian food.
9. Winter Crispy Chickpea Quinoa Nourish Bowl (vegan)
This Winter Crispy Chickpea Quinoa Nourish Bowl is a warm, satisfying vegan meal that’s full of crunch and comfort. Packed with hearty quinoa and crispy chickpeas, it’s the perfect nourishing bowl to enjoy during the colder months.
10. California Roll Sushi Bowls
California Roll Sushi Bowls bring all your favorite sushi flavors into a satisfying, bowl-friendly format.
Packed with sweet imitation crab, crisp veggies, and a kick of spicy sriracha mayo over fluffy sushi rice, it’s a quick and delicious weeknight meal.
11. Buddha Bowls
Craving a hearty, colorful meal that’s both satisfying and good for you?
This Buddha Bowl is packed with roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy chickpeas, and toasted cashews, all drizzled with a smooth tahini dressing.
12. Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken Bowls
Creamy teriyaki chicken meets fluffy rice in this easy Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken Bowls recipe.
Packed with fresh veggies and bold flavor, it’s a fast, satisfying meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
13. Nutty Brown Rice Broccoli Bowls
Nutty Brown Rice Broccoli Bowls bring together chewy brown rice, crisp broccoli, and creamy white beans for a satisfying, flavor-packed meal.
Packed with texture and a nutty almond butter dressing, these Mediterranean grain bowls are perfect for meal prep and easy to customize with what’s in your pantry.
