30 Plant-Based Power Bowl Recipes to Fuel Your Day (2024)

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Get out of your dinner rut or find inspiration for next week’s meal plan with this plant-based power bowl recipe roundup. These recipes are nutrient-rich to fuel you through even your busiest days. Time to get busy pinning the recipes below!

I am certainly no stranger to the infamous power bowl. It’s one of the easiest meals to throw together with whatever foods you have on hand and call it a day. Power bowls are a great go-to lunch or dinner during busy week days or even on lazy weekend nights.

The thing I love most about power bowls? There are endless ways to dress up your bowl with various grains, vegetables, nuts and seeds, protein sources and sauces. Feeling like Asian food tonight? Whip up this Asian Quinoa Power Bowl with Miso Dressing. Or how about Mexican? Then how about this Wild Rice Burrito Bowl with Cilantro-Lime Avocado Dressing! Whatever cuisine you’re feeling like at the moment, chances are I’ve got you covered with this roundup of 30 delicious and satisfying plant-based power bowl recipes below!

Now, hope you’re not too hungry because your eyes are about to have a feast with these drool worthy photos and recipes from some of my favorite fellow foodies. You can’t say I didn’t warn you.

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  • the 6 key steps to build the perfect power bowl
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  • your very own grocery list and meal prep timeline
  • guidelines for ordering a healthy power bowl at a restaurant

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Breakfast-Themed Power Bowl Options

Lentil Spaghetti Squash Breakfast Bowl by Fit Mitten Kitchen

Spring Breakfast Saladby The Lean Green Bean

Coconut Banana Berry Breakfast Power Bowl by Made to Glow

Gluten-Free Breakfast Power Bowls by Cotter Crunch

Mexican-Themed Power Bowl Recipes

Southwestern Veggie Bowl with Black Bean Hummus by Pumpkin & Peanut Butter

Wild Rice Burrito Bowl with Cilantro Lime Avocado Dressing by Diary of an Ex Sloth

by FitLiving Eats by Carly Paige

Vegan Burrito Bowl & Pineapple Salsa by Apollo & Luna

One Pot Mexican Quinoa by Hungry by Nature

Southwest Quinoa Power Bowl with Honey Lime Dressing by Fit Mitten Kitchen

Asian-Themed Power Bowls

Sushi Burrito Bowl by Fooduzzi

Thai Zucchini Noodle Bowls by Fooduzzi

Deconstructed Veggie Sushi Bowl by The Fit Foodie Mama

Shaved Purple Asparagus & Asian Vegetable Soba Noodlesby Strength & Sunshine

Raw Spiralized Thai Saladby Strength & Sunshine

Asian Quinoa Power Bowl with Miso Ginger Dressingby FitLiving Eats

Thai Vegetable Curry Bowl by Fairyburger

BBQ-Themed Power Bowls

Hawaiian BBQ Tofu Bowls by Emilie Eats

Seasonal-Inspired Power Bowl Favorites

Nourishing Spring Macro Bowlby RachLMansfield

Blood Orange Quinoa Salad by Emilie Eats

Simple Spring Power Bowlby My Healthyish Life

Winter Harvest Power Bowl to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth by FitLiving Eats by Carly Paige

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Coconut Rice and Watermelon Salad Bowls by Cotter Crunch

Green Goddess Glow Bowl by The Glowing Fridge

Autumn-Inspired Fig Balsamic Power Bowl by FitLiving Eats by Carly Paige

Veggie-liciousPower Bowls

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Power to the Protein Bowl by Let’s Get Living

Forbidden Rice & Veggie Glow Bowl by The Glowing Fridge

Spicy Cauliflower Power Bowl by Pumpkin & Peanut Butter

Vegan Beet Greens, Beets & Black Japonica Rice by Apollo & Luna

The Vegan Buddha Bowl by Well and Full

Get Your Ultimate Guide to Power Bowls

This free guide includes:

  • the 6 key steps to build the perfect power bowl
  • 4 power bowl sauce recipes to take your bowl to the next level
  • your very own grocery list and meal prep timeline
  • guidelines for ordering a healthy power bowl at a restaurant

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16 Responses

  1. Thank you for sharing my BBQ Beet Power Bowl, what a great round up!!! Pinning 🙂

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    1. Your welcome! It looks delicious. Thanks for sharing!

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  2. just so pretty! i kinda want to just stare at them. But now I”m also hungry. xxoo

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    1. I know, right? I was drooling as I was putting the post together!

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  3. Beautiful YUMMY round-up my friend! Thank you for including me 🙂
    Bowls make the world a better place…and bellies happy 😉

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    1. I totally agree! Thanks for sharing your recipes!

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  4. These are some GORGEOUS bowls girl!! So many I want to try, like, immediately! Thanks so much for including my bowls 🙂

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    1. It was such a fun roundup! Thanks for sharing your recipes!

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  5. SUCH a wonderful round up. Bowls are simply the best, not only because of the variety of tastes and textures and nutrition… but look at all the colors!!!

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    1. I know! They are all so pretty!

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  6. Omg these are all so beautiful!! Basically throwing everything into a bowl is the perfect meal.

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    1. YES! And you can use anything you have on hand, which is my favorite part.

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  7. WOAH!!! You don’t have lie 5 or 10, THIRTY?! I have lots and lots of inspiration for lunches now!

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    1. Hahaha! You and me both! I now know what I’m eating for the next few months 🙂

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  8. Love this roundup! I’m ready to get my power bowl on!

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    1. Whoohoo! Power to the power bowl! 😉

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FAQs

Can you freeze power bowls? ›

Any leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days, and unused ingredients can be frozen. For a Mexican themed bowl, check out this short video of Kate preparing one in her kitchen.

What is a power bowl? ›

If you're unfamiliar, grain bowls and power bowls are simple yet hearty, no-fuss, no-mess, customizable meals that consists of a base, a protein, an array of fresh vegetables, toppings/garnish, and some kind of flavorful dressing or sauce to tie it all together.

How to build a food bowl? ›

In fact, building a bowl is a simple three-step process.
  1. STEP 1: Select Your Grain. The first step when creating your bowl is to choose a healthy grain or legume as your base. ...
  2. STEP 2: Pick Your Vegetables. The next step is to add veggies. ...
  3. STEP 3: Choose a Protein.

Are power bowls healthy? ›

CLASSIC POWER BOWLS®

* Minimally processed, no artificial ingredients. Made with all-natural protein, nourishing vegetables, and other wholesome ingredients, these healthy frozen meal options are your secret weapon in taking on whatever the day brings.

What is the bowl diet? ›

The bowl method mainly involves choosing a small bowl to measure your food portions so you do not overeat. This also helps keep your weight in check, without having to compromise with your taste buds.

What are the 5 key components of a Buddha bowl? ›

Frequently asked questions. What are the 5 key components of a buddha bowl? A buddha bowl should contain a grain, a vegetable, a fat, a protein, and a sauce.

What is a Buddha bowl? ›

In summary, Buddha carried a bowl with him on his journeys and accepted food as donations, which he would eat at the end of the day. Katherine also mentioned that Buddha bowls are similar to macrobiotic (macro) bowls with whole grains and steamed or raw veggies. I created this versatile bowl with those factors in mind.

Is it OK to put a bowl in the freezer? ›

Glass bowls are microwave, freezer and dishwasher-safe. Ceramic bowls are microwave, oven, freezer, and dishwasher-safe. Stainless steel bowls are dishwasher-safe and, like all metals, are not microwave-safe.

Do smoothie bowls freeze well? ›

Put your airtight container into the freezer on the bottom shelf to keep the smoothie portion cold enough. Smoothie bowls have a tendency to get watery in the fridge, which is why they need to go in the freezer. Eat your smoothie bowl within 1 day for the best flavor and texture.

Can you put a metal bowl in the freezer? ›

Stainless steel perfectly tolerates freezing. It is even recommended for long-term freezing, up to 12 months! Stainless steel is resistant to extreme cold temperatures. Lids with silicone seals are airtight, ensuring that your stainless-steel container is airtight.

What bowls can go in the freezer? ›

Whether you have mixing bowls, serving pieces, bakeware, storage containers, or other types of Pyrex (which also includes CorningWare and Corelle), you've probably wondered whether it is safe to put in the freezer. The short answer is yes—but there are a few rules you should follow.

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