Colleen Woods, MS, RDN, CLC
Jul 29, 20232 min
Updated: Nov 26, 2023
This round-up of Grain Bowls, also known as Buddha Bowls, Earth Bowls, Veggie Bowls, and Rice Bowls, introduces ways of incorporating vegetables, grains, and dressings into a single dish that will increase fiber, vitamin, mineral, and antioxidant intake. All of these recipes were created by Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs).
The bowls below are categorized by whether they include meat, are vegetarian, or are vegan. However, the beauty of bowls is that they are easily customizable. If a bowl below looks appetizing except for one or two ingredients, rest assured that the bowl will be just as delicious by eliminating or substituting the ingredients.
In fact, bowls are so easy to make, no recipe is needed. These RDN grain bowls serve as inspiration for first-time bowl makers as well as for those who are familiar with making bowls, but want to try something new.
Each of the bowls offer provide a balanced meal of protein, carbs, and healthy fats. Let us know which ones you try in the comments below. Enjoy!
To learn more about grain bowls, their benefits, and steps on making your own, check out the Grain Bowl guide here.
Quinoa Bowl with Grilled Chicken, Veggies, and Goat Cheese
by Jill Merkel, MS, RD, CSSD
By Moushumi Mukherjee MS, RDN
By Melissa Schlotter Macher, RDN, LD
By Melissa Schlotter Macher, RDN, LD
Wild Rice Grain Bowl with Kale and Roasted Winter Vegetables
By Marie Dittmer, RDN
By Summer Yule, MS, RDN
Salmon, Sweet Potato, and Farro Bowl with Mustard Dill Vinaigrette
By Sarah Pflugradt, MS, RDN, CSCS
By Nicole Addison, RD, MHSc
Vegan Lentil Quinoa Bowl with Peanut Sauce
By Chrissy Carroll, MPH, RD
Mediterranean Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
By Veronica Rouse, MAN, RD, CDE
Mediterranean Plant Protein Power Bowl
By Brynn McDowell, RD
By Danielle Omar, MS, RDN
Buddha Bowl with Creamy Sage Cashew Sauce
By Danielle Omar, MS, RDN
By Danielle Omar, MS, RDN
Tempeh Buddha Bowl with Tahini Lime Dressing
By Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN
By Sarah Schlichter, MS, RDN
Rainbow Veggie & Tofu Rice Bowl
By Colleen Wysocki-Woods, MS, RDN, CLC
By Jessie Carpenter, MA, MS, RD, LD
By Jessie Carpenter, MA, MS, RD, LD
Healthy Grain Bowls, Mediterranean Style, with Avocado Tzatziki
By EA Stewart, MBA, RD
By Judy Barbe, RDN
Mediterranean Quinoa Power Bowl
By Judy Barbe, RDN
By Rebecca Clyde, MS, RDN, CD
By Lexi Cole, RD, CCMS
By Marie Murphy, MS, RDN, CLT
By Jessie Carpenter, MA, MS, RD, LD
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