Not Your Average Grain Bowl Dinner doesn't have to be dull. by SHANTELLE WILLOCK photography HANNAH FRANKEL Between classes, club meetings, internships and everything inbetween, it’s easy for meals in college to become an afterthought. Instead of having microwaved mac and cheese again, or subbing an iced coffee for a meal, you can have a nutrient-rich, satisfying dish that saves you time and makes you feel great. Grain bowls bring you the carbs, proteins, and vitamins you need in a simple, colorful array of the healthy foods you love—all doused in your favorite sauce. As an added bonus, it’s something you can even create in a dining hall on campus or scramble together with the leftovers in your fridge. Grain bowls are unique because instead of a structured recipe, you can get creative with the dish’s simple five-step formula, and create a new bowl each time.
Complex Carbs Carbs are not to be feared! Whole grains like quinoa, brown rice, farro and rice noodles are packed with protein, fiber, and minerals. They can even help lower your risk for health concerns and heart diseases. Instead of spending 20 minutes cooking up some rice, this can be made ahead or taken from leftovers.
Pick Your Protein Chicken, ground turkey, eggs, beans, or soy products all make great options for the protein portion of the bowl. The added protein elevates your grain bowl, with energy-boosting nutrients that will keep you fuller for longer. Like the carbs, you can save yourself some time by preparing it in advance or scraping together any leftovers waiting in your fridge.
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