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How to Build a Kitchen Sink Bowl

January 29, 2017 By Jessica Leave a Comment


These bowls are the easiest way to use up leftovers and make a hearty {yet light} meal in a flash.

This one-bowl show is our family favorite for an effortless lunch.

Let’s get creative!


The Anatomy of a Kitchen Sink Bowl:

  • Grains: Rice ~ Quinoa ~ Farro ~ Barley ~ {insert your favorite grain here}.
  • Protein: Do you have leftover Chicken from last night’s BBQ? Bingo, you’ve got your protein!
  • Veggies: Literally any Vegetables you have in your refrigerator’s bottom drawer will work.
  • Herbs: Creates complex flavors out of not-so-complex ingredients. Hello flavor-town.
  • Sauce: Hummus, Hot Sauce, Greek Yogurt to Sour Cream… pick your favorite Sauce and roll with it.
  • Extras: Nuts & Seeds ~ Raisins ~ Cheese ~ Beans ~ whatever your little heart desires.

Popular Bowls at the Bentley Casa: 


The Traditional Bowl:

Tumeric Brown Rice ~ Carnitas ~ Iceburg Shreds ~ Cilantro ~ Sweet Potato ~ Greek Yogurt ~ Hot Sauce


The Ramen Bowl:

Ramen Noodles ~ Shredded Beef ~ Broccoli ~ Bell Peppers ~ Cilantro ~ Basil ~ Sesame Seeds ~ Soy Ginger Vinaigrette


The Lettuce Bowl:

Bib Lettuce ~ Ground Turkey ~ Quinoa ~ Sauerkraut ~ Cilantro ~ Horseradish Crema ~ Roasted Potatoes with wild Mushrooms {on the side}


The Fiesta Bowl:

Spanish Rice ~ Sweet Potato ~ Chorizo ~ Black Beans ~ Cheese ~ Cilantro ~ Green Onions ~ Salsa {not pictured} ~ Tortilla Chips


The BBQ Chicken Bowl:

BBQ Chicken ~ Corn ~ Red Onion ~ Brown Rice ~ Carrots ~ Cilantro ~ Lime Wedges ~ Buffalo Blue Vinaigrette


The Zucchini Bowl #1:

 

Brown Rice ~ Zucchini Noodles ~ Chicken ~ Carrots ~ Cilantro ~ Green Onions ~ Cashew Cheese {not pictured}


The Zucchini Bowl #2 

Zucchini Noodles ~ Quinoa ~ Chicken ~ Cucumber ~ Avocado ~ Green Onion ~ Red Onion ~ Radish ~ Parsley ~ Cashew Sour Cream ~ Tiki Masala Sauce


The Sweet Potato Vegetarian Bowl:


Kale ~ Sweet Potato Noodles ~ Corn ~ Avocado ~ Radish ~ Hemp Hearts ~ Cashew Cream ~ Parsley ~ Madras Curry Sauce

Recipe here.


The Wok Bowl:

Ground Turkey ~ Bell Peppers ~ Red Onion ~ Basil ~ Garlic ~ Ginger ~ Hoisin Sauce ~ served with Brown Rice & Spicy Peanut Sauce


The Party Sized Vegan Bowl:

Romaine Lettuce ~ Sweet Potato ~ Black Beans ~ Red Onion ~ Corn ~ Brown Rice/Quino Mix ~ Cilantro Vinaigrette


The Whole 30 Bowl:

Sweet Potato Noodles ~ Pomegranate Seeds ~ Brussels Sprouts ~ Sesame Seeds ~ Sliced Almonds ~ Sesame Seed Dressing

Recipe here.


Which one is your favorite bowl? 🙂

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Filed Under: Appetizers & Sides, Beef & Pork, Chicken & Poultry, Main Dishes, Spiralized Tagged With: Easy Meal, Grain Bowl, Leftovers

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