Because I'm always cooking for one, I'm not very into making elaborate dishes. I'm self-taught in all the "cooking" I do and I don't usually invest tons of time in making myself a meal. To me, it's just important that it's healthy and tastes good! That's where I came up with my "meal in a bowl" concept.

Usually at the beginning of the week I'll make a large batch of some type of grain (brown rice, quinoa, etc.) and refrigerate what I don't eat that night. Often times for dinner during the rest of the week, I'll heat up the grain and mix in whatever vegetables are on hand. I'll usually steam things like carrots, squash, or zucchini, or add raw ingredients like avocado or cherry tomatoes. For extra protein, I add in nuts or seeds (sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, etc.) Then I top it off with a drizzle of olive or toasted sesame oil. It makes an incredibly satisfying and filling meal! You can also add fresh spices like basil or cilantro.


This bowl was made with brown rice, avocado, cherry tomatoes, sunflower seeds, and toasted sesame oil.

This meal is extremely easy because you really base it on whatever you have around. There are hundreds of variations and they're all great. It makes for a well-balanced meal of complex carbs, healthy fats, protein, and vitamins and nutrients from whichever vegetables you choose.

Next time you want something easy, give this a try!

Experiment with your food,
Emily