Customizable Grain Bowl (Print Version)

Build vibrant bowls with grains, proteins, fresh vegetables, and dressings. Perfect for meal prep and personalization.

# Components:

→ Grains

01 - 1 cup cooked brown rice
02 - 1 cup cooked quinoa
03 - 1 cup cooked farro
04 - 1 cup cooked couscous

→ Proteins

05 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, cubed
06 - 1 cup baked tofu, cubed
07 - 1 cup cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
08 - 1 cup cooked shrimp

→ Vegetables

09 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
10 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
11 - 1 cup roasted sweet potato, cubed
12 - 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
13 - 1 cup shredded carrots
14 - 1 avocado, sliced

→ Toppings and Extras

15 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese, optional
16 - 1/4 cup toasted seeds or nuts
17 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
18 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

→ Dressings

19 - 1/4 cup lemon-tahini dressing
20 - 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
21 - 1/4 cup soy-ginger dressing
22 - 1/4 cup green goddess dressing

# Directions:

01 - Cook grains according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool slightly before assembling bowls.
02 - Prepare selected protein by cooking, baking, or using prepared leftovers. Season to taste and set aside.
03 - Wash and chop all vegetables. Roast or steam vegetables as preferred, then cool to room temperature.
04 - Distribute cooked grain base evenly among four bowls, creating a foundation for additional components.
05 - Arrange selected protein and vegetable selections artfully over the grain base in each bowl.
06 - Sprinkle toasted seeds or nuts, fresh herbs, and sesame seeds over each bowl according to preference.
07 - Drizzle chosen dressing over bowl immediately before serving for optimal flavor and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can clean out your fridge and still end up with something that tastes intentional and restaurant-worthy.
  • Meal prep becomes fun instead of repetitive because every bowl can reflect your mood or cravings that week.
  • It works for nearly every diet without feeling like a compromise or leaving anyone at the table unsatisfied.
02 -
  • Always cool your grains before assembling, or the heat will wilt delicate greens and turn avocado into mush faster than you can say lunch.
  • Store components separately if you're prepping ahead, because a dressed grain bowl left overnight becomes a sad, soggy situation no amount of fresh toppings can rescue.
03 -
  • Toss your grains with a tiny bit of dressing while they're still warm so they absorb the flavor and taste seasoned all the way through.
  • Roast your vegetables on a single sheet pan with different cook times in mind, adding quicker-cooking items like tomatoes halfway through so nothing burns.
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