Colorful, Nourishing Meal Prep Bowl (with Creamy Coconut Herb Sauce)

Simple. Flavorful. Packed with goodness.

I’m always looking for easy, nourishing meals that feel good to eat and make life a little simpler during the week—and this one checks all the boxes 💛

This meal prep bowl is full of fresh, vibrant veggies, protein-packed turkey meatballs, and a cozy, dairy-free coconut herb sauce that pulls everything together. It’s one of those meals that you can make ahead and look forward to all week long.

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What’s in it:

    •    Julienned zucchini + carrots – I used about 3 zucchini and 4 carrots and cut them into long ribbons. You can spiralize them or just julienne them for texture!

    •    Cooked quinoa – I had a cup of cooked quinoa in the fridge from earlier in the week, and it made the perfect addition for some extra fiber.

    •    Roasted cabbage + onion – Half a cabbage and half an onion, tossed with olive oil, garlic, salt + pepper, and roasted at 400°F for about 15–20 minutes.

    •    Creamy coconut herb sauce – This is the best part. One can of coconut cream, a splash of lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, oregano, and a spoonful of fresh milled flour to help it thicken just a bit.

    •    Turkey meatballs – These were prepped earlier in the week, so I just warmed them up and added them on top.

    •    Homemade hummus – I love adding a little on the side for extra creaminess and flavor.

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How to Make It:

    1.    Start with your veggies.

Julienne your carrots and zucchini and toss them in a large bowl with a drizzle of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt + pepper.

    2.    Roast the cabbage + onion.

Slice them thin, season with oil and garlic, and roast until tender and just slightly crispy on the edges—about 15–20 minutes at 400°F.

    3.    Cook your sauce.

In a saucepan, combine one can of coconut cream with lemon juice, garlic, herbs, and seasonings. Add in a spoonful of fresh milled flour and let it simmer until slightly thickened and creamy.

    4.    Combine it all.

Add the roasted cabbage + onion to your veggie bowl. Pour the warm sauce over the top and gently toss to coat.

    5.    Top it off.

Add your turkey meatballs and a scoop of hummus—and that’s it! A whole week of delicious meals prepped and ready to go.

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Why I Love It:

It’s filling, flavorful, and honestly just beautiful to look at. The colors, the textures, the creaminess from the sauce… it all comes together in such a satisfying way. Plus, it’s dairy-free!

And the best part? It’s super forgiving.

You can totally make this your own! Add an extra zucchini or a couple more carrots—whatever you have on hand. Toss in extra quinoa, swap in roasted sweet potatoes, or mix up the herbs. It’s one of those recipes that works with you, not against you. So don’t be afraid to play with it!

Let me know if you try it—I’d love to hear how you make it your own!