10 filling bowl recipes you should consider for dinner tonight
From burrito bowls to poke bowls and bibimbap, try our favourite, flavour-packed and filling bowl recipes that you'll want to eat again and again
Bowl meals are an excellent way to enjoy a balanced dinner with a mix of grains, proteins and vegetables. By including ingredients such as beans and whole grains in your bowls, not only will they help you onto your way to achieving 30 plant foods a week, but they will also help to keep you fuller for longer.
Whether you prefer meat, vegetarian or plant-based options, these ten recipes offer something for everyone. Some of the recipes are great for meal prepping ahead of a busy week, while others come together in a matter of minutes and are easily adaptable with the ingredients you need to use up in your fridge.
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10 filling bowl recipes for dinner
1. Fajita chicken rice bowl with burnt lime
Enjoy the flavours of fajitas in a bowl! This one-tray dish includes spiced chicken, peppers, onions and rice, all topped with a squeeze of burnt lime for a smoky, tangy finish. Black beans will help to keep you fuller for longer, plus it's still a low-fat and low-calorie option to feed four.
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2. Burrito bowl with chipotle black beans
Our highly-rated, veggie burrito bowl comes together in just 30 minutes flat and is packed with nourishing ingredients - kale, black beans, fresh avocado and red onion. The chipotle paste, cider vinegar and honey adds plenty of flavour and makes it an easy weekday option you'll be coming back to time and time again.
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3. Ponzu tofu poke bowl
This colourful bowl, inspired by hiyayakko, features creamy silken tofu topped with sesame seeds, carrot ribbons, sliced radishes and spring onion. Edamame beans and quinoa add texture and bite, plus healthy plant protein to help keep you going, while the refreshing ponzu dressing brings it all together.
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4. Turmeric spiced chicken, pickled cucumber & crispy rice bowls with chilli peanut sauce
If you're looking for a seriously flavourful bowl, this zippy recipe is full of contrasting flavours, textures and colours. The crispy edged rice makes it extra special - but feel free to use regular boiled rice if you're short on time. The chilli peanut sauce is addictive - you'll want to drizzle it on everything!
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5. Broccoli stem falafel bowl
Put leftover broccoli stems to delicious use in this easy weekday recipe. The stalks are transformed into a healthy homemade falafel along with a can of chickpeas, fresh herbs, spices and lemon. It's served with a bright and quick-to-prep beetroot hummus for a rainbow of colours to brighten your day - and keep you full until dinnertime!
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6. Sweet potato & cauliflower lentil bowl
A hearty vegan option, this bowl combines roasted sweet potatoes and cauliflower with puy lentils for a nutrient-dense meal. It's easy to prepare in advance and makes for a satisfying, plant-packed dinner, plus it's a budget-friendly option for weekdays.
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7. Coconut curry noodle bowl
Our 5-star rated recipe is a great weekday option for feeding a hungry family of four. Soy sauce and maple syrup roasted cashew nuts add plenty of crunch and flavour while the creamy curry powder and coconut milk sauce works wonderfully with the crunchy fresh veg and udon noodles.
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8. Roasted teriyaki veg bowl
A great vegan choice, this bowl features brown rice topped with colourful roasted vegetables and chickpeas cooked in a delicious teriyaki sauce. It's packed with flavour and nutrients, delivering a whopping four out of your 5-a-day in one portion.
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9. Korean bibimbap
This Korean rice bowl dish is perfect for using up any leftover veg in the fridge, as well as pre-cooked rice. The sweet and spicy gochujang sauce brings it all together for a a very easy but flavour-packed meal you'll want to add to your weekly rotation.
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10. Veg-packed noodle & egg bowl
Got 15 minutes? Then you've got time to make our stir-fry veg packed bowl with egg noodles and boiled eggs. Plus, it makes the most of a shop-bought packet of stir-fry sauce, to make this a seriously speedy meal for when you're short on time.
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