Balboa Grain Bowl at Roots Natural Kitchen, Richmond

Updated weekly · Last refresh: July 13, 2026

The Balboa Grain Bowl at Roots Natural Kitchen in Richmond clocks in at 590 calories with 57g of protein, 48g of carbs, and 18g of fat. At 9.7g of protein per 100 calories, that comfortably clears the 6g-per-100-cal bar most macro trackers use to label an item "high-protein" — making it a reliable option when you're trying to hit a protein target without overspending on calories.

Fiber is a standout at 8g, which is roughly a third of the typical daily target in a single dish — useful for digestion and satiety, especially if the rest of the day skews refined. The menu lists the Balboa Grain Bowl as: "Roots' iconic protein bowl with double chicken, roasted sweet potato, avocado, and creamy tahini. Richmond's highest-protein local grain bowl at 57g — full nutrition data verified.".

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Source: estimated_from_menu · verified 2026-03-27