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Buddha Bowls

Delicious Buddha Bowls for a Wholesome Journey Home

Experience the vibrant and nutritious Buddha Bowls, a delightful meal packed with fresh ingredients that nourish the body and elevate your spirits.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan, Vegetarian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cooked quinoa Nutrient-dense grain
For the Roasted Veggies
  • 1 large Sweet potato Diced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Or avocado oil
For the Base Salad
  • 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
  • 1 cup Canned chickpeas Or cooked lentils
For the Toppings
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced
  • 1 cup Red cabbage Thinly sliced
  • 1 medium Diced cucumber
  • ¼ cup Toasted pumpkin seeds
For the Dressing
  • ¼ cup Tahini Or sunflower seed butter
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Or lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup Or agave syrup for sugar-free
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 2-4 tablespoons Water Adjust for desired consistency

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • Stovetop

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the diced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.
  2. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, rinsing it first and simmering it in water for about 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, and water until smooth. Adjust the thickness as needed.
  4. Assemble the Buddha Bowls by placing cooked quinoa in the center of each bowl.
  5. Arrange the roasted sweet potatoes, fresh spinach, chickpeas, avocado, red cabbage, and cucumber around the quinoa.
  6. Drizzle the tahini dressing over the assembled ingredients.
  7. Sprinkle toasted pumpkin seeds on top before serving.
  8. Serve immediately or store in the fridge and enjoy later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 65gProtein: 15gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the ingredients based on your preference or seasonal availability.

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