build-your-own-bowl recipe ideas

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I think bowls are the perfect weeknight meal whether you’re cooking for one (as usually all of the components store great to build a fresh bowl each night) or for a family. And when I am cooking for my family, I love how bowls have the build-your-own element to them. This way, we can all choose the exact toppings we prefer and my girls love getting involved with making their own creations — making them more inclined to enjoy dinner which is always a WIN!

fish burrito bowls

All of the beautiful elements of a fish burrito in a big bowl to satisfy you and your family for dinner.

Get the recipe: Fish Burrito Bowls

zaza chicken and rice bowls

This is a super simple recipe that is very adaptable in your own kitchen– so feel free to top it off with a balsamic glaze instead if you prefer!

Get the recipe: ZaZa Chicken and Rice Bowls

baked salmon sushi bowls

These Baked Salmon Sushi Bowls will take your weeknight salmon and rice to a whole new level.

Get the recipe: Baked Salmon Sushi Bowls

mediterranean-inspired turkey meatball bowls

Here, I’ve made an absolutely delicious Mediterranean-Inspired Turkey Meatball rendition of build-your-own bowl night that is certain to excite your family!

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salmon fish taco bowls | page 36

This is one of my family’s favorites from my new book, The Comfortable Kitchen.

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seared tuna and soba noodle stir fry bowls

I created this recipe after a trip to Maui when fresh fish and bright flavors were top of mind.

Get the recipe: Seared Tuna and Soba Noodle Stir Fry Bowls

mahi-mahi bowls with adobo quinoa and cucumber-avocado salad

This fish taco-style bowl is perfect for a summer dinner al fresco. The fish is marinated in smokey-citrusy flavors that go so well with the sweet and mildly flavored flakey white fish.

Get the recipe: Mahi-Mahi Bowls with Adobo Quinoa and Cucumber-Avocado Salad

sheet pan saffron chicken bowls | page 48

Another favorite from my new book. The flavors are just incredible!

Get the recipe: The Comfortable Kitchen

sticky pomegranate meatball bowls

These bowls have a lovely savory-sweet sticky sauce coated over simple meatballs and is served over rice and roasted squash.

Get the recipe: Sticky Pomegranate Meatball Bowls

easy greek-inspired rotisserie chicken bowls

This is super fun, absolutely delicious way to repurpose and use your store-bought rotisserie chicken.

Get the recipe: Easy Greek-Inspired Rotisserie Chicken Bowls

curried salmon farro bowls

With these Curried Salmon Farro Bowls, I have served this harissa-spiced farro alongside a simple arugula salad and topped with a flavorful curry-infused salmon.

Get the recipe: Curried Salmon Farro Bowls