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Life gets busy, and sometimes the last thing you want is to whip up a complicated meal at the end of the day, and then have a pile of dishes to clean. That’s what makes one-bowl meals so amazing. They’re a quick dinner solution that’s both delicious and healthy, and they leave a lot less mess to clean up. Plus they’re wildly versatile, so you can easily substitute ingredients you don’t have and customize them to your liking. They’re also perhaps the best way to use up leftovers and any about-to-turn veggie scraps in your crisper drawer.
Whether you’re a fan of rice bowls or chicken bowls, we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 easy one-bowl meals that are sure to please the whole family.
Greek Meatball Bowl with Lemon Tahini Sauce
When you’re looking to enjoy international flavors, this Greek Meatball Bowl with Lemon Tahini Sauce is somehow both savory and refreshing. Tender meatballs paired with nutty tahini, crisp cucumbers, and ripe tomatoes make this bowl truly hard to resist. The broccoli rice base is packed with nutrients instead of empty carbs, while the sprinkle of almonds adds in the perfect texture and slight crunch. Feel free to use homemade meatballs or store-bought for this hearty bowl—whatever you have time for!
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Tuna and Salmon Sushi Bowl with Spicy Mayo Sauce
Love sushi but not the rolling? We’ve got you covered. Our Tuna and Salmon Sushi Bowl with Spicy Mayo Sauce brings you all the flavor of your favorite sushi rolls without the fuss. This bowl swaps out traditional sushi rice for cauliflower rice for a lighter twist, but feel free to use any rice you might have on hand. Marinated tuna and salmon balanced with creamy avocado and spicy mayo are truly an unbeatable combination. It’s a super easy one-bowl meal that feels like an upscale dish.
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Vietnamese Shrimp Noodle Bowl
Here’s one of our favorite bowl recipes. This Vietnamese Shrimp Noodle Bowl features sweet and tangy pickled daikon and carrots with savory shrimp. Place it all on some soft vermicelli noodles and drizzle on some aromatic Nuoc Cham dressing for a full meal that’s out of this world! While the taste profile might be complex, this dish is super easy to prepare, so it’s perfect for whipping up a minimal-effort dinner.
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Rice Noodle Buddha Bowl with Vietnamese Dressing
If that’s not enough Vietnamese cuisine for you, check out our Rice Noodle Buddha Bowl with Vietnamese Dressing. It features lemongrass beef and crispy veggies, tossed in a tangy lime juice fish sauce dressing. This bowl is one of our favorite ways to use up any fresh vegetables we might have on hand, which means saved money and less food waste. The extra dressing can be stored in the fridge for up to five days to provide you almost a week’s worth of flavor.
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Shrimp and Avocado Buddha Bowl with Creamy Cilantro Sauce
Looking for an easy rice bowl recipe? Look no further than this Shrimp and Avocado Buddha Bowl with Creamy Cilantro Sauce. It combines creamy avocado with succulent shrimp, and it’s all balanced with a decadent, zesty cilantro-lime sauce. This is yet another great opportunity to use up any leftover rice or veggies you have lingering in the fridge, and it’s super versatile, so feel free to make some swaps depending on what calls to you. (We like to use jasmine rice for this bowl!)
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Vietnamese Pho
Some days, light and refreshing just doesn’t cut it. You need something warm and cozy, and there is perhaps nothing more comforting than Vietnamese Pho. This recipe comes to us from the kitchen of award-winning cookbook author Andrea Nguyen! It features rice noodles, fresh herbs, thinly sliced beef, and a deeply flavorful broth that’s infused with cinnamon, star anise, and cardamom, which makes it one of our favorite autumn meals. It’s also a great option for those chilly evenings in.
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Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Buddha Bowl
If tropical fruits are some of your favorite ingredients, you’ll love this Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Buddha Bowl. And using canned pineapple to brighten up this dish makes it incredibly easy to make. Just envision chicken glazed in a homemade teriyaki sauce, served over whatever base you want—coconut rice, quinoa, brown rice, Asian noodles? The world is your oyster! It’s makes for such a delicious meal that you’ll forget it took you minutes to make.
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Grilled Chicken Buddha Bowl with Sweet & Tangy Mango Sauce
When you’re looking for a well-rounded meal that won’t take much effort to make, look to this Grilled Chicken Buddha Bowl with Sweet & Tangy Mango Sauce. it combines juicy grilled chicken with steamed broccoli on a bed of rice, topped with a to-die-for homemade mango sauce. Not feeling chicken? Swap it out for your favorite protein! Just be sure to add on a crunchy topping of roasted peanuts, freeze-dried berries, or both! This is one of those healthy bowl recipes that also makes a great meal prep option.
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Crispy Tofu Buddha Bowl with Tangy Ponzu Sauce
If the words “Japanese plant-based” make you salivate a little, then our Crispy Tofu Buddha Bowl with Tangy Ponzu Sauce is a must-try for you. Pan-seared tofu gets a nice little boost from our tangy ponzu sauce, while nutty sesame seeds add a satisfying crunch. If you’re cool with animal proteins, try adding a hard-boiled egg to take this healthy meal to the next level.
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Rainbow Buddha Bowl with Tahini-Lemon Dressing
Last, but never least is our Rainbow Buddha Bowl with Tahini-Lemon Dressing, which is perhaps our Buddha-Bowliest Buddha Bowl, simple due to its rainbow of colors. What makes it such a feast for the eyes is its variety of colorful veggies like red cabbage, sweet potatoes, and radishes. What makes it stand out to your taste buds is the tahini-lemon dressing, with its creamy, tangy notes and roasted chickpeas that add a satisfying crunch. Serve all this over freekeh, and you have a nutrient-dense bowl that’s not only beautiful but also packed with healthy ingredients.
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Bowl It Up!
Now you’re ready to make an easy, complete meal in just a single bowl! And the best part is… your prep and clean-up will be minimal! Who doesn’t love that?
Do you have a favorite one-bowl meal? If so, let us know what it is in the comments below. We’d love to hear about it!
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