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The Charm of One Bowl Recipes

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As our lives become more and busier, one-bowl recipes are getting popular. One-bowl recipes are easy to make and require less preparation time. Moreover, they are versatile and of course require less cleaning as well!

How to Create a Hearty One Bowl Meal

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If you are active on Instagram or other social media platforms you would have come across various recipes for creating one bowl recipes. These one-bowl recipes are usually filled with wholesome grains, proteins, and veggies. An increasing number of people are opting to make one bowl recipes using various ingredients according to their preference. These one-bowl recipes are filling and healthy for people who are conscious of their health. Bowls are excellent for mixing various ingredients that instantly transform your favourite meal. These bowls enable you to build texture and layers as one proceeds. You can start by mixing various ingredients of your choice of grains, veggies, beans, choice of proteins and choice of your liking.

How to Choose the Right Ingredients?

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As we had mentioned earlier, if you are looking for various recipes, one has got a lot of options. For an instant, a rice bowl recipe – one can choose black bean and yellow rice bowls or cauliflower rice bowls. For veggie bowls – one can opt for couscous pilaf with roasted carrots, chicken bowls with potatoes and sprouts. You can also go ahead and make noodle bowls – ramen bowls or chicken noodle bowls with your choice of sauce. You can also make power bowls with a choice of assorted fruits, yogurt, and nuts.

Here are a few ingredients that you can choose for making your one bowl recipes:

  • Soba noodles – the wheat-free grain made from buckwheat is a great ingredient for your bowl recipes. These noodles are not soggy and have a great texture for holding all ingredients together.
  • Chickpeas – considered to be a powerhouse of proteins, this star ingredient is a great addition for a vegetarian bowl. This versatile ingredient can be roasted, baked or made into hummus.
  • Eggs – Eggs are considered to be a healthy choice for a one-bowl recipe. You can use boiled eggs, sunny side up or scrambled eggs as toppings to your bowl.
  • Quinoa – this super grain is the most preferred ingredient for making a one-bowl recipe as they are a healthy alternative to other grains.
  • Chicken – chicken is the most preferred ingredient for protein lovers. You can make the chicken in any form – such as roast, baked or boiled.

Choose Seasonal Products

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When it comes to making a healthy one-bowl recipe, you can use fresh seasonal produce for making them. Pick out seasonal fruits and vegetables so at every time of the year you can have something fresh to eat. Eating produce according to their season of availability enhances their health benefits and ensures that you receive the specific nutritional content. Moreover, you can support local business by enjoying the different tastes, colours and their uniqueness. Usually, the products are divided into four categories as they are available in abundance during that time – spring, summer, monsoon/autumn, and winter.

Choose Healthy Grains

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Choosing the right grains to have a huge impact on their health. However, rather than choosing grains that consist carbohydrate, it is better to choose that comprises of complex carbohydrates. Choosing whole grains is the best option as they release sugar gradually rather than spiking your sugar levels. Moreover, whole grains are packed with digestive fibres that are good for digestion. They are preferred for people who are dieting since they keep one full for a longer time. These are few healthy grains that you can use for making your healthy one-bowl recipe.

Some healthy grains are:

  • Amaranth
  • Buckwheat
  • Whole oats
  • Whole rye
  • Bulgur wheat
  • Quinoa
  • Couscous
  • Corn
  • Millets
  • Barley
  • Brown rice
  • Whole wheat

Easy to Create One Bowl Recipes

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Make a delicious one-bowl recipe by throwing a bunch of delicious, nutritious things in a bowl. The right combination of vegetables, grains, and extras can turn a bowl into a gourmet delight. Here is a list of one-bowl meals are a great way to make mealtime simpler.

  • Quinoa Burrito Bowl - Make your burrito bowl at home with a healthy dose of guacamole and quinoa.
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  • Oatmeal Breakfast Bowl – Spice up your oatmeal by adding fruits such as banana, pomegranates, chocolate chips, and peanut butter.
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  • Avocado Bowl – Pair your favourite tuna with soya sauce and a healthy dose of avocados.
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  • Spaghetti Squash Burrito Bowl – Throw in spaghetti squash, cabbages, and black bean stew to create a filling bowl.
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  • Fried Zucchini Salad – Pair crispy zucchini with salty halloumi, tomatoes, and seeds for a nutritious dish.
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  • Thai Chicken Noodle Bowl – Marinate chicken in ginger and soy sauce before grilling. Season your grilled chicken with spices on a bed of noodles and fresh herbs.
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  • Banana Berry Acai Bowl – A filling, healthy, sweet, fruity breakfast bowl made with Acai, banana, strawberries, and raspberries.
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  • Broccoli Soba Bowl – Boil some soba noodles and top with stir-fried broccoli florets with your favourite sauce.
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  • Vegan Bowl – Mix together tomato paste, onion, and garlic to your Spanish rice. Line your bowl with plantains and black beans finish off the dish.
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  • Korean Beef Rice Bowl – Marinate thinly sliced beef in a mixture of soy sauce and ginger. Pair it with rice, spinach, carrots, and zucchini for a well-rounded dish.
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  • Fried Shrimp Rice Bowls – Fill your rice bowl with shrimp covered in Korean BBQ sauce. You can top your bowl with kimchi and a crispy fried egg.
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  • Green Buddha Bowl – Create a bowl by combining wilted chard with edamame, broccoli, avocado, and an egg.
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  • Parmesan Barley With Roasted Broccoli – Sprinkle a barley bowl with parmesan coated and roasted broccoli and top with boiled eggs.

Best One Bowl Recipe Books

1. Buddha Bowl Recipes

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The ‘Buddha Bowl Recipes’ is curated by Lucy Kalkbrenner. The cookbook comprises of recipes ranging from smoothies, healthy snacks and low carbohydrate food. The bowl recipes are healthy, diverse and at times made using easily available or exotic products. The recipes book caters to a varied meal type – such as breakfast, salad, vegan and healthy desserts. Rather than heading down to expensive restaurants to have meals, you can whip up a bowl of delicious goodness at the comfort of your home. This bowl recipe book is available in both Kindle edition and paperback edition for Rs.195 and Rs.829 respectively from Amazon India.

2. Indian Instant Pot

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Enjoy and revel in the exquisiteness of the traditional India cuisine. The ‘Indian Instant Pot’ cookbook by Urvashi Pitre explores easy to cook quick recipes as well as traditional ones. These meals can be made at the comfort of your home by using an electric pressure cooker available at home. The recipes are made with easily available ingredients along with easy to make recipes. The book is a treasure trove of 50 classical and authentic recipes from India. Moreover, your cooking time is saved by the use of an electric pressure cooker. The book is available free of cost for Kindle Unlimited users whereas others can buy it for Rs.803 from Amazon.

3. Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker Cookbook

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The ‘Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cooker’ cookbook is written by Laurel Randolph. It is the perfect cookbook for beginners and cooking enthusiasts. The bowl dishes are easily whipped up using an Instant Pot®. The recipe book boasts of tasty breakfast recipes along with hearty stews. Moreover, one can find more than a hundred easy to make recipes curated by the author. The meals range from vegetarian recipes, gluten-free recipes and paleo-friendly recipes. The author has included guidelines for cooking such as providing the correct pressure levels and precise cooking times for all recipes. The cookbook is available free of cost for Kindle Unlimited users and paperback is available for Rs.946 from Amazon.

4. Keto Instant Pot Cookbook

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The ‘Keto Instant Pot Cookbook’ is created by Urvashi Pitre. The cookbook is comprised of easy to make recipes for people who are following the ketogenic diet or lifestyle. The cookbook consists of low-carb recipes that are easy to make at home. These home-cooked meals require fewer ingredients for cooking. Moreover, the book is perfect for beginners as it provides basic guidelines of the diet followed by the right set of macros. Each recipe comprises of macros along with the recipe guidelines. The recipes are provided in a step-by-step manner along with useful tips. The author suggests recipes that do not exceed 12 grams of net carbs per serving. The cookbook is available free of cost for Kindle Unlimited users and paperback is available for Rs.1,035 from Amazon.

5. Vegetarian Instant Pot

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The ‘Vegetarian Instant pot’ is curated by Manali Singh. The cookbook comprises of 75 traditional vegetarian recipes. The vegetarian recipes are easy to make and are very much healthier when compared to others. The author also runs a popular food blog and frequently shares recipes cooked using an instant pot. The dishes are generously spiced and also consists of vegan recipes. The author has also listed traditional vegetarian recipes. She also provided fusion recipes to delight the users. The cookbook is available for Rs.448.95 for Kindle Unlimited users and paperback is available for Rs.1,194 from Amazon.

6. Instant Pot Fast & Easy

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The food author Urvashi Pitre strikes again with her ‘Instant Pot Fast & Easy’ cookbook. The cookbook has received the recognition of featuring as the consistent best-seller. The cookbook also consists of themed recipes from various renowned cuisines such as Mexican, Thai, Vietnamese and Moroccon cuisine. She recommends easy available and healthy ingredients such as whole foods and spices. The book consists of both vegetarian and non-vegetarian recipes. All of the recipes suggested by the author can be easily cooked with the help of an Instant Pot. This cooking mechanism reduces our cooking time drastically. The cookbook is available for Rs.953.91 for Kindle Unlimited users and paperback is available for Rs.1,503 from Amazon.

7. One Bowl Meals Cookbook

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The ‘One-Bowl Meals Cookbook’ has been curated by Williams Sonoma Test Kitchen. This book gives motivation and guidance to readers to create a bowl of their choice. The author has suggested recipes for making rice bowls, grain bowls, meat bowls and vegan bowls. The meals suggested by the author are healthy and provide well-balanced nutrition. The cookbook also caters to all dietary restrictions and favoured by the readers. The cookbook features recipes from all over the world. The bowl recipes incorporate healthy ingredients such as whole grains, proteins, fresh vegetables and fruits. The cookbook is available for Rs.874 from Amazon.

8. Whole Bowls

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The ‘Whole Bowls’ by Allison Day comprises of gluten-free recipes and vegetarian meals. The cookbook boasts of varied recipes ranging from whole meals, vegetarian, vegan and also gluten-free recipes. This cookbook caters to all dietary preferences and restrictions of the user. The author has also provided numerous mini recipes with easy to use proportion formulas. They are apt for breakfast, lunch and dinners. The cookbook is available for Rs.921.90 for Kindle Edition and paperback is available for Rs.1,395 from Amazon.

9. Bowls of Goodness

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The ‘Bowls of Goodness’ by Nina Olsson consists of vibrant vegetarian recipes full of nourishment. The cookbook consists of wholesome vegetarian food at its best, inspired by cooking from around the world. The cookbook boasts of recipe index that caters to every palette of the reader. A few categories listed in the cookbook comprises of plant recipes, salad bowls, power bowls, veggie bowls, fruit bowls and much more. The cookbook is available for Rs.445.45 for Kindle Edition and paperback is available for Rs.1,350 from Amazon.

10. Power Bowls

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The ‘Power Bowls’ by Kate Turner consists of 35 recipes that are nutritionally balanced and packed with superfoods. It also guides the user to build a one-bowl-wonder meal. Make a hearty and delicious power meal that suites your preferences and taster buds. Each bowl packs a punch with nutritionally loaded ingredients. The author has also suggested alternate ingredients to complete your power bowls. The cookbook is available as a hardcover for Rs.820 from Amazon.

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Make Ahead Tips

Prepping ahead will make your life so much easier. One-bowl meals are meal prep-friendly options. At the beginning of the week, make a big batch of grains to use all week, grill meat, and make sauces, mixing them separately so they’re easily packable and portable for lunch. Many of these can be used for a variety of dishes (and also happen to last as long as up to a week in the fridge.)