The BIG Dinner Bowl
The BIG Dinner Bowl
Why this is peri-perfect… The Big Dinner Bowl is as much food volume as possible in 400 calories while ticking all the nutritional boxes. It’s a BIG serve! Because sometimes dinner just needs to be big. This one proves that eating for energy and wellbeing doesn’t have to be small or boring. Top it with fresh greens and herbs for a burst of flavour, and you’ve got a generous, nutrient-packed meal that leaves you satisfied, steady, and full. The chicken and protein-enriched dressing help support muscle maintenance and satiety, which is key when metabolism naturally slows in midlife. The cauliflower, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes give you lots of food that fills your plate without piling on calories. Win win!
Ingredients (1 serve)
For the roast:
120g chicken breast, diced
2 cups cauliflower florets (~240g)
2 cups zucchini, thickly sliced (~240g)
½ cup cherry tomatoes (~80g)
1 tsp olive oil
1 tsp mixed herbs or dried thyme
Salt & pepper
For the dressing:
2 tbsp plain Greek yoghurt
1 tsp tahini
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp white or yellow miso paste
15g unflavoured protein powder (or collagen)
2 tbsp water, to thin
To serve:
1 large handful baby spinach (120g bag), lightly wilted
Fresh herbs (parsley, mint or basil), optional
🔥 Method
Preheat oven to 200°C (fan 180°C) and line a large baking tray.
Toss cauliflower, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes in half the olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread them on the tray, (don’t overcrowd or it’ll steam).
Roast for 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the veggies are well roasted and browning on the edges.
Meanwhile, pan-fry the chicken in half the oil and the dried herbs and a little sea salt until cooked through, starting to brown, and tender.
Whisk all dressing ingredients together until smooth and creamy. Add a splash more water if needed.
To serve, place wilted spinach in your bowl, top with the chicken and veggies, and top with the creamy miso dressing. Finish with herbs if you like.
The BIG Dinner Bowl