20 Healthy Bowls Recipes Inspired by Chipotle & More

Smoky Tempeh Taco Bowl

This Smoky Tempeh Taco Bowl is a delicious and nutritious plant-based alternative for taco lovers.

Ingredients:

• 1 block of tempeh, crumbled
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 lime, juiced
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cooking method:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled tempeh, smoked paprika, and cumin, cooking until tempeh is browned and fragrant.
2. In a large bowl, layer brown rice, black beans, corn, and smoky tempeh.
3. Top with avocado slices and a squeeze of lime juice.
4. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Bowl

This protein-packed bowl combines the zest of chipotle-marinated chicken with the nutty flavor of quinoa.

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, cubed
• 2 tablespoons chipotle sauce
• 1 cup quinoa, cooked
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 red onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup baby spinach
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Marinate the chicken cubes in chipotle sauce for 30 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook marinated chicken until fully cooked.
3. In a bowl, layer quinoa, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chicken.
4. Add a handful of spinach and season with salt and pepper.

Sweet Potato Black Bean Bowl

This hearty bowl combines the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the earthiness of black beans for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 sweet potatoes, diced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 avocado, diced
• Juice of 1 lime

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil and chili powder, then roast for 25 minutes.
2. In a bowl, combine cooked brown rice, black beans, and roasted sweet potatoes.
3. Top with feta cheese, avocado, and lime juice.

Teriyaki Tofu Bowl

A delightful blend of teriyaki-glazed tofu with a colorful array of vegetables for a vibrant meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 block of tofu, cubed
• 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
• 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
• 1 cup steamed broccoli
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 scallion, chopped

Cooking method:

1. Marinate tofu cubes in teriyaki sauce for 20 minutes.
2. Cook tofu in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
3. In a bowl, arrange jasmine rice, broccoli, bell pepper, and tofu.
4. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions.

Mediterranean Chickpea Bowl

This Mediterranean-inspired bowl is bursting with flavors from chickpeas, olives, and fresh herbs.

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and olives.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then toss to combine.
3. Top with feta cheese and garnish with parsley.

Korean BBQ Beef Bowl

Enjoy the sweet and savory flavors of Korean BBQ beef paired with a bed of rice and fresh vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound beef sirloin, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup Korean BBQ sauce
• 1 cup cooked white rice
• 1 cup napa cabbage, shredded
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Cooking method:

1. Marinate beef slices in Korean BBQ sauce for 30 minutes.
2. Cook beef in a skillet over high heat until cooked through.
3. In a bowl, layer white rice, napa cabbage, carrot, and beef.
4. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Thai Peanut Shrimp Bowl

A tantalizing combination of shrimp tossed in a creamy Thai peanut sauce served over aromatic rice.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup peanut sauce
• 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
• 1/2 cucumber, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cooking method:

1. Cook shrimp in a skillet over medium heat until pink, then toss with peanut sauce.
2. In a bowl, arrange jasmine rice, cucumber, bell pepper, and shrimp.
3. Top with chopped peanuts and garnish with cilantro.

Pesto Grilled Vegetable Bowl

A vibrant medley of grilled vegetables dressed in a flavorful pesto sauce for a refreshing meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons pesto sauce
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, then grill until tender.
2. In a bowl, combine grilled vegetables, quinoa, and pesto sauce.
3. Season with salt and pepper before serving.

Spicy Lentil Curry Bowl

Experience the robust flavors of a spicy lentil curry over a bed of rice for a comforting dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup lentils, cooked
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 cup cooked basmati rice
• 1/2 cup spinach leaves
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Cooking method:

1. In a saucepan, combine cooked lentils, curry powder, cayenne pepper, and coconut milk. Simmer for 10 minutes.
2. In a bowl, layer basmati rice, spinach leaves, and lentil curry.
3. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Greek Lamb Gyro Bowl

Enjoy the taste of Greece with succulent lamb, fresh vegetables, and tangy tzatziki in this gyro-inspired bowl.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground lamb
• 1 tablespoon Greek seasoning
• 1 cup cooked rice
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 red onion, sliced
• 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce
• Fresh dill for garnish

Cooking method:

1. Cook ground lamb with Greek seasoning in a skillet over medium heat.
2. In a bowl, layer rice, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and lamb.
3. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and garnish with fresh dill.