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29+ Quinoa Bowl & Grain Bowl Recipes For A Super Satisfying Lunch
A great quinoa bowl or grain bowl is a delicious, healthy, easy to transport, easy for meal prep, one bowl, grain-based, cold or hot, customizable, and requires no knife to eat. At least that is my definition of it. A quinoa bowl is not just any food that can be consumed in a bowl. For example, a bowl of spaghetti is not it. A grain bowl is more than a vessel.
Grain bowls are a carefully constructed combination of flavors and textures designed to provide a balanced, satisfying, and healthy meal. Think of it as a deconstructed salad but with a grain instead of lettuce. I usually skip the lettuce altogether, opting for microgreens and herbs in my grain bowls.
The beauty of Quinoa bowls and grain bowls lies in its versatility. You can customize it to your heart’s content, depending on your dietary needs, preferences, and what you have on hand. Feeling like a Mediterranean feast? Go for quinoa, Kalamata olives, some feta cheese, roasted red peppers, micro arugula, and a lemon-herb vinaigrette. Craving something with an Asian flair? Try brown rice, edamame, shredded carrots, peanuts, cucumber, micro broccoli, and a peanut sauce. The possibilities are endless! And the best part? They’re perfect for meal prepping. Make a mega pot of quinoa and freeze in ziplock bags. The frozen quinoa can be quickly defrosted in the microwave, or if you are packing a lunch it will be defrosted by the time you are ready to eat.
Need some inspiration, I’ve curated a list of exceptional quinoa bowls and grain bowls. Find your next nutrient-dense lunch!
29+ Quinoa Bowl & Grain Bowl Recipes
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Quinoa Power Bowl
Not only are power bowls nutritious, but they are a great way to use up those leftover ingredients in the refrigerator.
Spring Farro Bowls with Lemon Tahini Dressing- made with lightly steamed seasonal vegetables, these farro bowls are perfect to prep for lunches or a light and easy dinner. (vegan with gluten-free option)
This Thai Chicken and Quinoa Bowl is a single serving meal that is healthy, gluten free, and packed with protein and so much goodness! This Thai Chicken and Quinoa bowl comes together in less than 20 minutes-perfect for quick and easy lunch or meal prep these bowls for lunch for the entire week!
Quinoa and Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
This Roasted Cauliflower Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing is everything—golden roasted cauliflower, fresh greens, crunchy almonds, and a tangy, creamy dressing that ties it all together. Bonus: this salad is gluten-free, packed with veggies, and perfect for meal prep or your next dinner party.
Quinoa Salad with Roasted Squash, Caramelized Onions and Wilted Spinach Recipes
This easy, gluten-free and vegetarian salad is warming and hearty, perfect for cooler days. Delicious warm or cold, it makes a large quantity, keeps well for several days and pairs with everything.
These easy vegetarian farro bowls are packed with roasted broccoli, chickpeas, farro, and the most delicious garlic tahini sauce. Great for meal prep and easy to make!
Zesty Italian Farro Bowl – a simple Italian recipe featuring chewy farro, spicy garlic chickpeas, roasted tomatoes, shaved fennel, olives and a lemon-mustard vinaigrette.
This wheat berry caprese grain bowl pairs flavors from the traditional Italian dish with grains, beans, and arugula, creating a satisfying meal in one bowl.
Asian Buddha Bowl with Peanut Dressing – 12 Minute Meal
Asian buddha bowls are the ultimate veggie packed meal. Ready in just 12 minutes, this buddha bowl with peanut dressing is so flavorful and easy to make.
This vibrant and savory bowl of veggies is warm, cozy and packed with flavor. Warm garlicky and lemony zucchini noodles and warm roasted vegetables. Feel free to add protein of choice: chicken, tofu, chickpeas. Great for meal prep as it reheats well.
This super quick and easy Burrito Millet Grain Bowl recipe is packed with nutrition and flavor. Gluten-free and vegan, you can get four millet bowls ready in under 30 minutes, making it great for meal prep.
Mexican Millet Power Bowls with Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette (V + GF) – Robust Recipes
Mexican Millet Power Bowls with Chipotle Lime Vinaigrette are packed with tons of veggies. They are vegan and gluten-free. You will be satisfied for hours!
Millet Bowl with Black Beans and Pico de Gallo — Registered Dietitian Columbia SC
Make this easy millet bowl with black beans and pico de gallo for lunch! It’s packed with filling fiber and protein! Jazz it up with extra veggies or hot sauce.
Italian Broccolini Millet Bowl with Lemony Parsley Sauce
Bursting with spring flavors, this easy and simple Italian Broccolini Millet Bowl with Lemony Parsley Sauce is full of satisfying goodness and nourishment.
This veggie quinoa power bowl is a great meal prep lunch idea. It’s full of flavor and packed with roasted vegetables to keep you powered up all day.
Quantum Microrgeens is your guide to living well inside & out. Get clean(ish) recipes, living tips and everything microgreens. We're Melissa & Kelly, two sisters living in California and Connecticut.
Quantum Microrgeens is your guide to living well inside & out. Get clean(ish) recipes, living tips and everything microgreens. We're Melissa & Kelly, two sisters living in California and Connecticut.
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