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Why We Love Bliss Bowls

These lunches are full of flavor and texture!

Stumped for lunch in the New Year? Enter Bliss Bowls! These fun and flavorful bowls are easy to pull together. Use a base of greens or grains to build endless combinations. Try to get a mix of protein, complex carbohydrates, and healthy fats to keep your energy levels high throughout the day. Don’t forget about vegan options for protein like tofu, seitan, and beans to best meet your new year’s goals. Easy dressings can make an average lunch feel like a special treat, so don’t forget the sauce! If you’re taking your bliss bowls on the go, be sure to store the dressing separate to keep all your veggies as crisp as possible. For blissful lunch inspiration, check out these 12 easy recipes: 

taco bliss bowl

Taco Bliss Bowl 

Double protein is the secret to this crunchy lunch or dinner bowl! Ground turkey is spiced with a mix of chili powder and cumin, and black beans boost the energy-impact and fiber content. Top brown rice with your two proteins, fresh avocado, chopped tomatoes, chopped red onion, and frozen corn. Drizzle the bowl with an avocado-lime sauce made with Greek yogurt and cilantro. 

Get the recipe: Taco Bliss Bowl 

thai zoodle bliss bowl

Thai Winter Bliss Zoodle Bowl   

 

Boost your veggies by swapping store-bought zoodles for grains in this bowl. Frozen cooked shrimp and edamame keep this recipe under 15 minutes. Make an easy mason jar dressing with apple cider vinegar and soy sauce. Top the zoodles with cabbage, carrots, and chopped peanuts to complete this Thai-inspired recipe. 

Get the recipe:  Thai Winter Bliss Zoodle Bowl   

vegetable winter bliss bowl

Roasted Vegetable Winter Bliss Bowl 

Eat every color of the rainbow with this easy bowl! Roast Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, and onions all together on two sheet pans. Boost the protein with crispy roasted chickpeas and a base of ancient grains and rice. Finish this recipe off with a creamy Greek yogurt sauce made with za’atar and lemon juice. 

Get the recipe: Roasted Vegetable Winter Bliss Bowl 

Quinoa Breakfast Bowl

Quinoa Breakfast Bowl 

Bowls can be for breakfast too! This super speedy recipe is ready in just 3 minutes and 5 ingredients. Quinoa is microwaved and mixed with cinnamon and half-and-half to make it comforting and creamy. Top the bowl off with fresh blueberries and Nature’s Promise® Peanut Butter Lover’s Trail Mix for protein and texture.  

Get the recipe:  Quinoa Breakfast Bowl 

Wonton “Grain” Bowl

Wonton “Grain” Bowl

Looking to boost your veggies even more? This easy “grain” bowl uses frozen riced cauliflower in place of actual grains. Boil frozen chicken potstickers and toss them with olive oil for your protein. Add some frozen mixed vegetables and make a quick flavorful sauce with honey and soy. For a last special touch, garnish the bowls with green onions and sesame seeds.  

Get the recipe:  Wonton “Grain” Bowl 

Tabbouleh Humus Bowls 

Tabbouleh Humus Bowls 

Bulgur wheat is the star of this easy lunch bowl. Use your favorite herb like parsley, cilantro mint, or basil to dress up a crunchy and fresh cucumber and tomato salad. Top the bulgur and salad with creamy hummus, crumbled feta, pita chips, pepperoncini, and olives. Add hard-cooked eggs for an extra protein boost.  

Get the recipe:  Tabbouleh Humus Bowls 

Spicy Air Fryer Crispy Tofu Bowl

Spicy Air Fryer Crispy Tofu Bowl

A protein-packed bliss bowl doesn’t have to have meat! This golden and crunchy tofu has never been easier thanks to a quick coating of cornstarch and the air fryer. Steam broccoli and whole-grain brown rice in the microwave. Mix together sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar for a spicy and sour sauce, perfect for drizzling all over the bowl. 

Get the recipe:  Spicy Air Fryer Crispy Tofu Bowl 

Spicy Pork Rice Bowl

Spicy Pork Rice Bowl

This easy lunch recipe has a surprise ingredient – kimchi! Sauté sliced pork tenderloin and kimchi together in a skillet. For another surprise, sliced cucumbers are quickly pickled in rice vinegar for an extra zingy bite. Pile these both high on top of beds of brown rice, and lunch is ready in just 15 minutes.  

Get the recipe:  Spicy Pork Rice Bowl 

Seared Tuna Bowl with Orange Vinaigrette

Seared Tuna Bowl with Orange Vinaigrette

This 15-minute recipe feels like a fine-dining dinner thanks to a dressing made from fresh orange juice and a spring salad mix. Quickly cook couscous on the stove and sear nutrient-packed tuna steaks in just a few fast minutes. Add some fresh sliced avocado for extra richness, and lunch is on the table! 

Get the recipe:  Seared Tuna Bowl with Orange Vinaigrette 

Quinoa Bowl with Shrimp and Mango

Quinoa Bowl with Shrimp and Mango

Using store-bought mango salsa is the surprise hack in this recipe. Boost the crunchiness by mixing in fresh sliced radishes. Toss plump shrimp with chili powder for some smoky spiciness, the place them over a bed of tri-color quinoa.  Spoon your pumped-up salsa all over the bowl and dig right in. 

Get the recipe:  Quinoa Bowl with Shrimp and Mango 

Big-Batch Instant Pot® Chicken Burrito Bowls

Big-Batch Instant Pot® Chicken Burrito Bowls

Make a whole week’s worth of lunches with these easy chicken burrito bowls! Brown rice is mixed with jarred sofrito in the Instant Pot and topped with chicken thighs. Shred the cooked chicken and mix canned black beans with a fresh salsa. Top the rice with the shredded chicken, black bean salsa, diced tomato, fresh avocado, and shredded cheese.   

Get the recipe:  Big-Batch Instant Pot® Chicken Burrito Bowls 

Orange-Sesame Chicken Rice Bowl

Orange-Sesame Chicken Rice Bowl

Use up leftover cooked chicken with this takeout-inspired bowl. Broccoli and cabbage are roasted until caramelized. Boost a store-bought sesame ginger dressing by mixing in fresh orange juice. Build your bowls with a base of brown rice and add the chicken, broccoli, cabbage, and shredded carrots. Pour over your dressing and garnish with cilantro to complete this easy bowl! 

Get the recipe: Orange-Sesame Chicken Rice Bowl 

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