Header photo by Justin Segelstrom
Reading through a recent Prairie Fare column by Julie Garden-Robinson, we happened to click on a link for meals in a bowl. It was so extensive and creative, we had to share! For instructions on quantities of each ingredient, visit the website here. And a bonus link: Egg roll in a bowl from Justin Segelstrom from June.
Build a Healthy Bowl With Layers of Flavor
Here are some idea-starters for your bowl combinations. Begin with a grain of your choice.
| Bowl Varieties | Vegetables or Fruit | Protein | Sauce, Seasoning or Garnish |
| Mexican Fiesta Bowl | Tomatoes, onions, black beans, corn, avocado (optional) | taco-seasoned ground beef or chicken | shredded cheese, cilantro, low-fat sour cream and taco sauce, salsa or seasoning |
| Fruit Breakfast Bowl | Apples, bananas, raisins, berries, peaches | Almonds or walnuts | Cinnamon or orange zest; top with dollop of plain Greek yogurt and granola |
| Summer Veggie Bowl | Cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, celery | Black, pinto or kidney beans | Vinaigrette salad dressing; garnish with shredded cheese |
| Asian Bowl | Green peppers, onions, tomatoes | Chicken or Pork | Teriyaki sauce, sweet and sour sauce or soy sauce, peanut butter and ginger for a Thai sauce effect |
| Morning Egg Bowl | Green peppers, onions, tomatoes | Cooked scrambled eggs | Cheddar Cheese |
| Hawaiian Ham Bowl | Red pepper, pineapple, steamed spinach | Ham | Sesame ginger dressing, juice from an orange or pineapple salsa |
| Seafood Rice Bowl | Red pepper, mushrooms, tomatoes, onions | Cod, canned tuna or salmon (drained) | Cilantro, oil of choice, herbs |
| Stoplight Rice Bowl | Carrots, red pepper, zucchini | Chicken (optional) | Shredded cheddar cheese |
| Italian Rice Bowl | Carrots, mushrooms, red pepper, green onion | Turkey sausage | Marinara or alfredo sauce |