14/06/2025
How to Build a Balanced One Mouthful Bowl
1. Choose a Base
Every power bowl has a base! Choose from ingredients like lettuce, spring mix, arugula, kale, spinach, brown rice or quinoa. Try to eat in season and organic as much as possible, and use a big handful or at least one cup raw (before cooking) for your base!
2. Add Staying Power
Next you’ll want to add some staying power in the form of starchy, healthy carbohydrates. Use about half a cup of one or a mixture of carrots, beets, sweet potatoes, parsnips, squash or taro.
3. Lots of Veggies and Fruits
Choose your favourite vegetables for your power bowl. These could be anything from steamed or roasted asparagus, cabbage, cauliflower, cucumber, eggplant, tomatoes, green beans, onions, peppers, zucchini…you get the picture! If you’re making a breakfast power bowl, you can also add fruits like berries to the mix.
4. Add in Some Protein
Protein is an essential part of a power bowl since it will fill you up and keep you satisfied for longer. This will keep you from snacking and reaching for bad-for-you foods in a mid-morning or afternoon slump. Power your bowl up with protein like eggs, fish (salmon, tuna, cod, shrimp, scallops, etc.), meat (chicken, beef, turkey, pork, lamb, etc.) or tofu.
5. Up the Healthy Fats
Healthy fats are so good for you and are an important part of a healthy power bowl. Some great options for healthy fats are avocado, coconut, nuts, olives, seeds, tahini and nut butters.
6. Pick a Dressing
Not everyone likes dressing on their power bowls, but if you do, some options are: a balsamic vinaigrette, spicy peanut dressing, Greek vinaigrette, cumin lime dressing, or of course you can make your own concoction.