Amanda DiGiondomenico
Jan 16, 2024
Admit it: There's something comforting about a bowl of rice topped with veggies, meat or even fruit. Plus, having your whole meal in one bowl is a proven time-saving cleaning hack, which is totally fine by us. That's why we've found 20 rice bowl recipes that you might just have to add to your arsenal of go-to weeknight dinners. So get out your homemade gilded bowls and fill 'em up with some of these yummy, one-dish rice bowl recipes.
Fried “Rice”
Basically, what we’ve learned here today is that cauliflower is a great substitute if rice (or carbs) isn’t your thing. But just because it’s healthy, doesn’t mean you can’t fry it! (via Brit + Co)
Chicken + Egg Rice Bowl
Sometimes simple and traditional is best, which is why this classic chicken and egg dish tops our list. (via Sea Salt with Food)
Cauliflower Rice Fish Taco Bowls
Now you can have the flavors of fish tacos without any of the carbs, thanks to the star of this dish: Cauliflower rice! Who knew? (via Julie’s Eat and Treats)
Detox Fruit + Veggie “Rice” Bowl
Rice bowl recipes may have starch in them, but you can easily top them with fruit and veggies. This dish is perfect if you need a break from a weekend of heavy meals. The dressing is made with a detoxing combo of ginger root, honey, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, olive oil and vinegar. Yum! (via Chelsea’s Messy Apron)
California Chicken, Veggie, Avocado + Rice Bowls
Add avocado to anything, and it instantly turns into the best thing ever. This dish is fresh eats at its best. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Island Rice Bowls with Coconut Ginger Rice
The coconut ginger rice and pineapple combo add a bit of sweetness to this savory, tropical dish. (via One Lovely Life)
Brown Rice Bowl with Chard + Nutty Tomato Romesco Sauce
The tasty romesco sauce made with pimiento peppers and almonds (among other things) really makes this dish stand out. (via The Kitchn)
Spicy Italian Sausage Rice Bowl
With Italian sausage and an Asian-inspired sauce, this meal in a bowl makes it easy to bring fusion cuisine into your home kitchen. (via Noble Pig)
Shrimp Puttanesca Rice Bowl Recipe with Capers + Tomatoes
No one ever said rice bowl recipes only have to be Asian influenced. Bright Italian flavors make this dish healthy and comforting. (via Cookin’ Canuck)
Pineapple-Sriracha Chicken Bowls With Wild Rice
Sriracha makes everything better — especially chicken breasts. Add some pineapple, and you’ve got a meal that’s sweet and spicy. (via Spache the Spatula)
Black Rice Salad Bowls With Chipotle Orange Chicken, Cashews + Feta
Upgrade your rice bowl recipes with black rice for a fun way to create a pleasing meal. The contrast of the colors of the oranges, avocados and tomatoes pop. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Ben’s Chicken, Bacon + Rice Bowls
Remember how we said rice bowl recipes were comforting? Well, add some bacon and you’ve hit the mother lode. And there’s spinach in there, too, so it’s healthy. Sorta. (via Iowa Girl Eats)
Pumpkin-Pistachio Kale Fried Rice Bowl with Maple Tofu Cubes
Pumpkin-infused rice plus pistachios? Never thought we’d be wishing for fall so soon. ( via Lunchbox Bunch)
Rice Bowl with Fried Egg + Avocado
Talk about a power lunch! The egg and avocado have all the protein you need to keep you powered up throughout the day. (via Bon Appetit)
Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl
The traditional sushi rice in this bowl makes the teriyaki that much tastier. (via Village Harvest Rice)
Steak Fajita Rice Bowls
Skip the tortillas for a lighter twist on steak fajitas. But since you’re skipping the wraps, maybe you can go a little harder on the cheese. (via Super Healthy Kids)
Tofu + Chickpea Curry with Green Peas
Rice takes a backseat in this dish, because let’s face it, the rice is just a vehicle for soaking up the deliciousness that is this curry. (via The Partial Ingredients)
Summer Peach Marinated Salmon + Avocado Rice Bowl
Summer will be all about fresh fruit and fresh seafood, making this a perfect end to those extra long (and hot) days. (via Cooking on the Weekends)
Roasted Harvest Veggie, Curried Avocado + Coconut Rice Bowls
Oh yes, you read that correctly. Curried avocado… aka the best idea ever. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Slow-Cooker Coconut Brown Rice Pudding
Who says a rice bowl has to be savory? This refreshing take on rice pudding is made in a slow cooker, so you can let it go all day and come home to a sweet and light dessert. (via Food Network)
Which of these is your favorite rice bowl recipe? Share your favs and ideas in the comments below or join our email newsletter for more inspiration!
18 Healthy Camping Recipes That Don’t Sacrifice Flavor
Sara Cagle
Meredith Holser
Mar 15, 2024
Camping season is upon us, meaning it's totally acceptable to consider s'mores an official food group. While fireside cuisine isn't complete without some form of toasted marshmallow or ketchup-covered hot dog, an outdoor getaway can be a little more virtuous if you try to cook healthier mains. Here are 18 easy and healthy camping meals to sneak some nutrition into your next camping trip!
Pineapple Chicken Skewer Lettuce Wraps
Bring this pre-marinated chicken and fixings to your campsite, then unload everything onto a tray for everyone to customize their own skewers and wraps before heating them up over the fire! (via Brit + Co)
Shakshuka
The inviting aromas of sizzling tomatoes, onions, red pepper, and spices will wake you right up of your sleeping bag, if you’re still feeling like a zombie when you wake up from the previous day’s adventures. This zesty skillet meal also gets a good boost from chickpeas! (via Brit + Co)
10-Minute Vegan Stir-Fry
If all you have time to do in the way of food prep is to stop at Trader Joe’s on the way to your campsite, you’re in luck. This 10-minute vegan stir-fry comes together with three main ingredients and requires zero advance work. This is one of the easiest healthy camping meals with a light medley of veggies and plant-based protein. (via Brit + Co)
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
There’s nothing like eating a hearty bowl of chili while gathering around the campfire! This meat-free version is made with sweet potatoes and black beans, and it will reheat over the grill in a jiffy. (via Brit + Co)
Asparagus + Goat Cheese Frittata
Feed a crowd in style with this healthy, protein-packed frittata, bursting with the springy flavors of asparagus and goat cheese! Feel free to substitute the asparagus for whatever seasonal veggies you have on hand, too. (via Brit + Co)
Honey Sriracha Chicken Meal Prep Bowls
Traveling off the grid, but want to stay on top of your health goals? No prob! Prep these to-go containers according to this recipe, pack 'em in a cooler, and reheat at camp. This way, you'll have healthy camping meals to eat on for several days! (via The Girl on Bloor)
Caprese Chicken Foil Packs
Simply layer chicken, olive oil, pesto, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese into some foil, cook for half an hour, and enjoy this refreshing fireside meal. It has a healthy kick with lighter ingredients and flavors to fully satisfy! (via Damn Delicious)
Tahini Chickpea Cucumber Salad
Try this easy-to-pack, versatile salad on its own, on a sandwich, or spooned over some grilled chicken and greens for an array of healthy camping meals to fuel your entire trip. (via Hello Veggie)
Campfire Baked Feta
3 ingredients, 5 minutes. That's how easy this healthy camping meal is, and you just can't beat that! Throw everything into a skillet over the fire and bake through, then dip some crusty bread into this feta dip with tomatoes and chickpeas. You could even serve this over top some pre-cooked pasta! (via Live Eat Learn)
Southwest Vegetable Quinoa Salad
Recharge after a day of hiking with this veggie-rich salad. It's especially easy to make ahead, pack in a cooler, and enjoy right away. This is one of the most substantial healthy camping meals because of the quinoa! (via The Creative Bite)
Thai Salmon in Foil
Cook fresh salmon over a fire, and you’ll feel like a true outdoorswoman — especially if you pretend you just caught it in the river! This succulent cut of salmon takes on Thai flavors from the fish and hoisin sauces. Lean protein FTW. (via Damn Delicious)
Stuffed Grilled Avocados with Shrimp + Mango Salsa
Those adept at grilling over a fire will love these tropical stuffed avocados, filled with garlicky shrimp and spicy mango salsa. The fresh ingredients amp this dish up to be one of the yummiest healthy camping recipes around. (via The Roasted Root)
DIY Instant Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a healthy camping breakfast that's so easy to make yourself! Instead of buying those pre-made packets at the store with tons of additives, opt for this homemade version that uses only 5 ingredients. Once it's prepped, you can bring it to the campsite in mason jars to go no-waste. (via The First Mess)
Summer Rolls with Almond Butter Satay
Light summer rolls are the ideal healthy camping dinner because they’re cheap, customizable, and fun to make as a group! The nutty satay dipping sauce from this camping recipe is the best part in terms of both its addictive flavor and easy preparation. (via Fresh Off the Grid)
5-Ingredient Mediterranean Salmon Foil Packs
Pesto and crumbly feta on top of silky salmon filets will always feel restorative, no matter how hot it is outside. This recipe packs in all that good Mediterranean flavor! (via The Seasoned Mom)
Italian Chicken + Veggie Foil Packs
If you’re concerned about getting all of your veggies in while sleeping in a tent, worry not! These packs, emanating the aroma of an Italian trattoria, have five different ones. (via Hello Glow)
Lemon-Dijon Asparagus + Pea Macaroni Salad
This recipe is just as good for summer BBQs and picnics as it is for camping, plus, it's packed with countless veggies for that healthy boost you're looking for! To prep for a trip, chop and store the veggies separately from the cooked pasta. Keep the dressing separated in a mason jar, too, so you can just mix everything together in one swift step once you've set up camp! (via Vanilla and Bean)
5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Granola Bars
This healthy camping food literally helps you live out your granola girl dreams! With 5 simple ingredients, this recipe yields a whopping 16 servings full of oats, PB, honey, and chocolate chips. Yummm. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Going camping this summer? Tag us in your food pics on Instagram!
Lead image via Vanilla and Bean.
This post has been updated with additional reporting by Sarah Landrum and Meredith Holser.
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Gabi Conti
Mar 15, 2024
There are times when you’re celebrating big, so you're willing to spring for an expensive champagne. But what if you want a little bubbly to freeze, spike mimosas with, or to pour into a champagne tower? Trader Joe's to the rescue! Trader Joe's champagne has expanded waaaay beyond 'Two-Buck Chuck' to include French champagne and other sparkling white wines produced using the Champagne method, which are *way* less expensive.
Time to pop some tags – no – corks! Here are some of the best Trader Joe's champagnes you can snag on a bargain... ones that even your wine snob friends will love.
Simpler Wine Italian Wine co*cktail
We're kind of obsessed with these little guys, which hold a little over a glass of wine in each $1 can. We love the mango flavor, with hints of fruit and a fizzy finish. Bring these to any BYOB situation, and you're sure to be a hit.
French Fizz Le Blanc 2021
This French sparkling wine, made with a blend of grapes, has a light body with a dry, crisp, and citrusy taste. Plus, the bottle looks so fancy! It also comes in a tasty rosé version.
Brut Rosé French Sparkling Wine
We can’t get enough of this pink Italian sparkler. When summer rolls around, be sure to stock up on these reasonably priced ($7!) bottles.
Opaline Pinot Noir Brut Rosé
This bottle has the delicate flavors of red fruits like strawberry and raspberry, and it bubbles just like a much more expensive option would. You essentially get the taste you love without the price tag!
Trader Joe's Reserve Brut Rosé
Also fermented in the traditional méthode champenoise, this North Coast Californian bubbly has hints of strawberry and a clean, dry finish. It's a flawless upgrade to your basic brunch mimosas!
Villa Antica Asolo Prosecco DOCG Superiore
Prosecco is a dry Italian sparkling wine that starts with different grapes than champagne and undergoes an entirely different fermentation process. (Champagne goes through a second fermentation in the bottle to achieve all of those bubbles and rich texture, while prosecco's second fermentation happens in large vats, which is why it's so affordable.) This prosecco has a clean mouthfeel, bright, bubbles, and a melon-forward flavor. (Photo via Trader Joe's)
Platinum Reserve Brut Sparkling Wine Sonoma County
This medium-bodied brut hints of apple and pear, plus a light gingery spice. It's easy sipping, so you don't have to save it for a special occasion — today will do! Cheers!
La Burgondie Crémant de Bourgogne
Made up of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Gamay, and Aligotè grapes, this sparkling bev has notes of citrus and red apple with a dash of gingerbread spice.
If you’re enjoying this roundup of Trader Joe’s champagne, there’s more where that came from. Follow us on Pinterest and subscribe to our newsletter!
Photos via Trader Joe’s.
Additional reporting by Sally Jones and Meredith Holser.
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This Creamy Avocado Pasta Recipe Is The Easiest Weeknight Dinner
Maggie McCracken
Mar 15, 2024
I'm not going to lie, I've eaten a lot of avocado pasta over the years. I discovered it during a time when I was trying out the Mediterranean Diet, and it quickly became a go-to weeknight dinner option for me. Because it's made with avocado, it's creamy, rich, and delicious — but also super nutritious. There's a reason it's become such a beloved recipe for anyone who wants to eat wholesome, delicious pasta recipes but also wants a good dose of nutrients.
Before we dive into the recipe, here are a few reminders about why avocados are so good for you: First, avocados are chock-full of healthy fats, mostly of the monounsaturated variety. These fats are great for your heart health and can help keep your cholesterol levels in check. Plus, they give your skin that fabulous glow we all crave! Avocados are also bursting with fiber, which is fantastic for your digestive system. It keeps things moving along smoothly and helps you feel fuller for longer, making it a perfect addition to any meal.
As for the vitamins and minerals, avocados are loaded with potassium, which is essential for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels and keeping your muscles functioning properly. They're also packed with vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, as well as folate, all of which are vital for overall health and well-being.
In short, avocados are a nutritional powerhouse that can do wonders for your body. Cheers to good health and avocados aplenty, and try this easy avocado pasta recipe the next time you want a meal that's creamy, carby, nutritious, and comforting (so, pretty much any day).
Tangy Avocado Pasta Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 avocados
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup chicken stock
- 1/8 cup sunflower seeds
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 12 oz pappardelle pasta
- optional: chili flakes & lime garnish
Directions:
- Prepare your pasta of choice according to box directions. We used pappardelle pasta, but you can swap in gluten-free pasta for this recipe too!
- While the pasta is boiling, prepare the sauce. Add all of the ingredients (except pasta) to a blender or food processor. Blend for 1 minute.
- After the pasta is strained, return it to the pan or in a bowl and add the avocado sauce. Gently fold the pasta and sauce together until well combined.
- Serve with a generous sprinkle of chili flakes and a lime garnish.
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Chloe Williams
Mar 15, 2024
Taylor Swift's Midnights era has been unlike anything Swifties have seen before. We've watched the Eras Tour on TikTok, kept up with all the surprise songs, and scrambled for last-minute tickets. And this fall, we get to experience the concert in a whole new way because it's coming to streaming!
After you check out our official Taylor Swift album ranking and figure out what your new Eras Tour look will be (as well as getting all the Reputation (Taylor's Version) and The Tortured Poets Department tea), read up on everything you need to know about the release and how it's shaping up to be one of the best 2024 movies.
Is the Eras Tour movie on streaming?
The Eras Tour Concert Film is available to stream on Disney+ (with your subscription) starting March 15. In an Instagram caption, Taylor told us that this will be the full concert, including "cardigan" and 4 acoustic set songs. And to nobody's surprise, she's got a new little name for the film — Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour (Taylor's Version).
The concert film was previously available to rent on demand December 13, which is also Taylor's birthday! The film included everything you saw in theaters *plus* songs that didn't make the original cut, like “Wildest Dreams,” “The Archer,” and “Long Live.”
Is the Eras Tour Concert Film nominated for any awards?
Yes, the Eras Tour movie has a Golden Globe nomination! Thanks to a new category at the awards show, Cinematic and Box Office Achievement (in which the movie made over $100M in the US and $150M globally), movies that could otherwise be overlooked have the chance to win.
Is there gonna be a movie of The Eras Tour?
TAYLOR SWIFT | THE ERAS TOUR Concert Film Official Trailer
Yes, there will be an Eras Tour movie! On August 31, Taylor Swift announced that the tour would be coming to the big screen. "The Eras Tour has been the most meaningful, electric experience of my life so far and I’m overjoyed to tell you that it’ll be coming to the big screen soon," she says in an Instagram post. "Eras attire, friendship bracelets, singing and dancing encouraged 🫶"
This isn't the first time one of her tours has been professionally recorded — you can also watch the Reputation Stadium Tour on Netflix!
Could the Taylor Swift Eras Tour Movie do even better than Barbie?
It seems like it! Right now, Deadline projects that the Eras Tour concert film will sell out more theaters than Barbie and could even surpass the record that is currently being held by Spider-Man: No Way Home. It has been reported that Swift's movie has sold out 1/3 of all of the slots it holds for opening weekend. If this isn't proof that we need more movies for women by women, I don't know what is!
When is theEras Tour Concert Film coming to theaters?
The concert film hit theaters on October 12!
Who came to the Eras Tour concert film premiere?
Beyoncé attends Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour movie premiere. pic.twitter.com/yYaT1kkww3
— Pop Base (@PopBase) October 12, 2023
The premiere for the concert film ended up being a star-studded event! The most exciting attendee in our opinion was Beyoncé, who showed up to support Taylor at the premiere. Between the Renaissance Tour and the Eras Tour, these two women have offered so much joy and excitement this summer.
"I’m so glad I’ll never know what my life would’ve been like without @beyonce‘s influence," Taylor says in an Instagram post. "The way she’s taught me and every artist out here to break rules and defy industry norms. Her generosity of spirit. Her resilience and versatility. She’s been a guiding light throughout my career and the fact that she showed up tonight was like an actual fairytale."
From artists she's featured on her rerecorded albums to celebs who attended the Eras Tour, here's every celebrity who showed up to the red carpet:
- Beyoncé
- Mariska Hargitay and her daughter Amaya Hermann
- Becca Tilley and Hayley Kiyoko
- Maren Morris
- Simu Liu and Allison Hsu
- Sam Wrench
- Lexi Simonsen
- Owenn
- Whyley Yoshimura
- Kameron N. Saunders
- Victoria Gerrick
- TETRIS
- Sarah Jeffery
- Shelby Young
- Karamo Brown
- Katie Conway
- Jennifer Meyer
- Molly Sims
- Flavor Flav
- Fortune Feimster
- Violet McGraw
- Jenna Davis
What is Taylor performing on The Eras Tour?
Taylor Swift's Eras Tour is nearly a 3-hour show and is full of her top hits (like "Anti-Hero" and "Blank Space") and unexpected songs that fans love (I lost my mind when she started playing "'Tis The Damn Season" at my show!). And every night, she plays two surprise songs that didn't make the setlist. You can keep up with the surprise songs here!
It appears the film has cut out some songs, including (spoiler alert!) "No Body, No Crime," "The Archer," and "Cardigan."
What can I watch The Eras Tour on?
Right now, you can watch various videos of the tour on TikTok. After performing with Sabrina Carpenter in Mexico City, Taylor is taking a break until November. But once the concerts begin again, you can also watch her perform on TikTok live. My friends and I love keeping up with @TessDear's TikTok lives!
Are you excited for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Concert Film? Let us know in the comments!
Lead image via Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images
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21 Genius Uses For Trader Joe’s Everything Bagel Seasoning
Nicole Iizuka
Mar 15, 2024
Are you as obsessed with Trader Joe’s“Everything But the Bagel” seasoning as I am?! It’s a magical combination of salt, garlic, onion, poppy seeds, and two kinds of sesame seeds, and when it hit shelves people went absolutely nuts for the stuff (myself included). I mean, how could you not? As a kid, I’d order an everything bageland shake it to collect the extra seasoning so I could scoop it up into the cream cheese, and have that flavor explode in every single bite.
This seasoning has such a great flavor and really does make everything — and I mean *everything* — taste good! It’s sweet and savory, and has a little spice from the garlic and a nice crunchy texture. Plus, it evokes that lovely nostalgic memory of tearing into your first fresh-out-of-the-oven everything bagel with a thick layer of schmear.
And while you have your traditional uses for this superb spice mix, here are a few other inspired ideas that become even better with a sprinkle of Everything But The Bagel seasoning.
Uses For Everything Bagel Seasoning From Trader Joe's
- Avocado toast is still all the rage, so next time you’re craving it, try topping it with some everything bagel seasoning. Add a pinch of red chili flakes for a nice, spicy kick.
- Freshpoke was almost made for this! The crispy crunch of the sesame seeds works really well paired with fresh fish and sushi toppings.
- When you’re thinking aboutegg recipes, you should also pair that thought with some of this seasoning. Scrambled, fried, poached, any kind of egg will work!
- Imagine the flavor explosion that is an everything bagel seasoning-crusted chicken. It’s going to totally change the way you look at chicken.
- It also works well on salmon, steak, and turkey!
- This seasoning also adds a nice pop of flavor to any of your salads.
- Or more specifically, try tossing them on your homemade croutons!
- We all love a good slice ofpizza, and with the garlic and onion, this topping is a no-brainer.
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9. Make your hummus absolutely dreamy with a nice kick of spice.
10. And for your next movie night, sprinkle on your buttered popcorn.
11. Try adding a layer onto your grilled cheese for a crispy crunch that melds perfectly with warm, gooey cheese.
12. When it comes time for summer BBQ season, top your burger buns with a dusting of everything bagl seasoning, or even try mixing it into your patties!
13. Sure, Chicago hot dogs have their poppyseed buns, but just imagine if your New York-style hot dog came topped with a shake of everything bagel seasoning.
14. Grilled veggiesneed some seasoning too, and this pick adds a nice salty flavor to any veggie dish.
15. Mac and cheesereaches a whole new level of awesomeness with the addition of some crispy everything bagel seasoning crunch.
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16. Alright, so this one isn’t a dish per se, but try making some everything bagel seasoning butter. You’ll pretty much want to spread this on everything.
17. Give a boring egg salada new breath of life with some seasoning.
18. And just in case you didn’t get enough of an avocado fix with the avocado toast, try spicing up your next batch of guacamole.
19. Try making candied everything bagel bacon. Just sprinkle the seasoning with a little bit of brown sugar on your bacon before baking or frying it, and wait for the magic to happen.
20. If dessert’s your thing, this sweet and savory combo actually works! It might sound crazy, but theeverything bagel donut exists, and it’s pretty awesome.
21. Finally, while there are tons of amazing applications for the Everything But the Bagel seasoning from Trader Joe's, just adding loads more to your already well-seasoned everything bagel and cream cheese is never a bad option.
No seasoning was left behind in the reporting of this article... just in case you were worried about seeing it spilled on the table!
What are some of your favorite ways to use Trader Joe's Everything Bagel seasoning? Let us know on Twitter @BritandCo!
Photos by Nicole Iizuka.
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