Looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that is high in protein? This list of 14+ Quinoa Bowl Recipes has something for everyone! With a variety of flavors, these recipes will range from vegan to pescatarian, but you can be sure of two things: they are packed with protein and absolutely delicious!
Quinoa is an ancient grain that has been classified as a superfood for its many health benefits. It has a very subtle nutty flavor and fluffy texture, almost like a very fine couscous. It comes in different varieties that can be used interchangeably, like white, black, red and tricolor.
Think of it like rice— perfect as a base to a bowl, as a tasty side dish to bulk up any dinner plate, or even as an add-in for a salad! It’s extremely versatile and can be used in both savory and sweet dishes.
My favorite way to enjoy quinoa is in one of these 14+ delicious quinoa bowl recipes.
Green tip: Industrial meat production has a huge impact on the environment, especially because of the amount of land it takes to sustain and its high amount of greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing your meat consumption is one great way to improve your ecological footprint.
As an environmental scientist, I am always trying to make more eco-conscious food choices. One simple way to improve your ecological footprint is by finding ways to add more protein to your diet without relying solely on meat.
14+ Quinoa Bowl Recipes
- Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
- Honey Dijon Salmon Quinoa Bowl
- Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowl with Avocado Crema
- Vegan Quinoa Bowl with Buffalo Tempeh
- Savory Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Veggies
- Shrimp Fajita Quinoa Bowl
- Tofu Quinoa Bowl
- Winter Crispy Chickpea Quinoa Nourish Bowl
- Vegan Quinoa Buddha Bowl With Eggplant And Spinach
- Chunky Monkey Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
- Tahini Beet Buddha Bowl With Quinoa
- Southwest Quinoa Bowl with Cilantro Dressing
- Slow Cooker Tex Mex Quinoa Taco Bowls
- Homemade Quinoa Poke Bowls
1. Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
35-Minute Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
2. Honey Dijon Salmon Quinoa Bowl
Honey Dijon Salmon Quinoa Bowl
3. Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowl with Avocado Crema
Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowl with Avocado Crema
4. Vegan Quinoa Bowl with Buffalo Tempeh
Vegan Quinoa Bowl with Buffalo Tempeh
5. Savory Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Veggies
Savory Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Veggies
6. Shrimp Fajita Quinoa Bowl
Shrimp Fajita Quinoa Bowl
7. Tofu Quinoa Bowl
Tofu Quinoa Bowl
8. Winter Crispy Chickpea Quinoa Nourish Bowl
Winter Crispy Chickpea Quinoa Nourish Bowl (Vegan)
9. Vegan Quinoa Buddha Bowl With Eggplant And Spinach
Vegan Quinoa Buddha Bowl With Eggplant And Spinach
10. Chunky Monkey Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
Chunky Monkey Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
11. Tahini Beet Buddha Bowl With Quinoa
Tahini Beet Buddha Bowl With Quinoa
12. Southwest Quinoa Bowl with Cilantro Dressing
Southwest Quinoa Bowl with Cilantro Dressing
13. Slow Cooker Tex Mex Quinoa Taco Bowls
Slow Cooker Tex Mex Quinoa Taco Bowls
14. Homemade Quinoa Poke Bowls
Homemade Quinoa Poke Bowls
Thank you for checking out my list of favorite Quinoa Bowl Recipes! I hope it inspires you to add more quinoa to your diet! If you’re still unsure where to start, I’ve included this recipe for my Mediterranean Qunioa Bowls, which consist of roasted veggies, crispy chickpeas, and feta cheese all atop fluffy quinoa and finished with creamy hummus.
14+ Quinoa Bowl Recipes, including Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
PRINT PIN RATEIngredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- ½ large red onion
- 1 pint grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 15 oz chickpeas (15 oz usually = 1 can)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup leafy greens (like spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
- ½ cup hummus
- ¼ cup Feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Rinse quinoa with clean water in a sieve and add it to a medium pot with the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Cook for 15 minutes, then remove from heat and let sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prep your vegetables and add-ins. Drain your chickpeas, peel and slice your red onions, slice your grape tomatoes in half lengthwise, and peel and mince your garlic. *The drier the chickpeas are, the crispier they will get. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel of paper towel if need be.
- Add the chickpeas, red onion, and tomato to a large baking sheet and drizzle olive oil over top. At the minced garlic, salt, and pepper and toss to coat.
- Roast for 15-20 minutes until chickpeas are crunchy, red onions are caramelized, and tomatoes start to burst.
- Assemble your Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl by starting with a fluffy quinoa base. Then, layer on the leafy greens, roasted chickpeas, onions, and tomatoes, and hummus. Top with feta cheese (optional) and enjoy hot!
Pro Tips
- If you want similar recipes, check out this Buffalo Ranch Tempeh Quinoa Bowl, Honey Dijon Salmon Quinoa Bowl, and Sweet Potato Quinoa Bowl with Avocado Crema.
