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New Year, New You: Healthy Bowls That Make Eating Well Easy

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<p>January is the month when people promise themselves they’ll eat better, and Metro Manila offers more options than ever to follow through. Beyond the usual salads, a new generation of dining spots now centers on healthy bowls: meals built with vegetables, grains, and proteins that are filling, flexible, and designed for everyday eating. </p><p>From hearty grain bowls to noodle-based meals and vegetable-packed combinations, these meals blend convenience with flavor, making it easy to eat well even on the busiest days. Below is a practical guide to where to go—and what to order—if you’re trying to eat better right now.</p><div><br/></div><h3><a href="https://www.instagram.com/gosalads/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Go! Salads</strong></a> </h3><p>The menu revolves around build-your-own salads and grain bowls, but many regulars stick to the signatures for good reason. The <strong>Bayani Salad</strong>, with chicken adobo flakes, sweet corn, peanuts, and soy-sesame dressing, is a balance of familiarity and freshness. For something heartier, try the <strong>Taco Grain Bowl</strong>, built on red rice and quinoa with seasoned beef, vegetables, and hummus, or the <strong>Adobo Grain Bowl</strong>, which translates a Filipino staple into a satisfying, vegetable-forward lunch.</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768881144036Go Salads.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo: Go! Salads</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><h3><a href="https://www.instagram.com/saladstopph/"><strong>SaladStop!</strong></a> </h3><p>Manila’s most visible healthy-eating restaurant offers build-your-own salads, wraps, and substantial grain bowls. Popular options include the <strong>Hail Caesar</strong>, a reliable default, and the <strong>Tuna San</strong>, featuring seared tuna, avocado, egg, and sesame—perfect if you’re looking for protein without heaviness. For a warm meal, try the <strong>Habibi</strong>, with quinoa, falafel, hummus, and vegetables, or <strong>Yeobo Yeobo</strong>, which pairs beef bulgogi with grains and Korean-style dressing. J</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768881270621SaladStop.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">The Habibi | Photo: SaladStop! </span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><h3><a href="https://www.instagram.com/saladyph/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Salady</strong></a></h3><p>The Korean salad franchise newly arrived in Manila brings a fresh twist to healthy bowls. At its Ortigas outlet, the <strong>Bulgogi Bibim Grain Bowl</strong> is a standout, combining tender beef with vegetables and a savory sauce over grains. The<strong> Bulgogi Soba Bowl</strong> offers a noodle-based alternative that’s light but filling, while Korean-inspired wraps give diners a portable option that’s flavorful and satisfying.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTcmaCKAVLY/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A599945%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><h3><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thesaladco.ph/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>The Salad Co</strong></a>. </h3><p>At The Salad Co. in Quezon City, simplicity is the focus. Popular bowls include the <strong>Chicken Grain Bowl</strong>, with tender chicken, quinoa, roasted vegetables, and a light dressing, or the <strong>Steak Salad</strong>, with thinly sliced beef, greens, cherry tomatoes, and balsamic vinaigrette. These bowls let the quality of the ingredients shine, offering a satisfying, no-frills lunch that’s easy to enjoy on the go.</p><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1768881411578Salad Co.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner">They have subscription sets! | Photo: The Salad Co.</span></span></span></div><h3><a href="https://www.instagram.com/earthorigins/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>EarthOrigins Marketplace + Café</strong></a></h3><p>They feature salads and bowls made with organic, seasonal produce, so the dishes change depending on what’s fresh. Popular options include <strong>grain bowls</strong> with quinoa or brown rice, topped with roasted vegetables, legumes, and proteins such as grilled chicken or tofu. The meals are wholesome, satisfying, and perfect for anyone who wants to eat consciously without extra effort.</p>

<p>A practical New Year guide to healthy bowls in Manila, highlighting where to eat better with filling, flavorful meals built around vegetables, grains, and protein.</p>

A practical New Year guide to healthy bowls in Manila, highlighting where to eat better with filling, flavorful meals built around vegetables, grains, and protein.

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