Vegan Buddha Bowl: 10 Fresh Ingredients, Nourishing Plant-Based Comfort
Vegan Buddha Bowl is a nourishing plant-based meal made with quinoa, roasted vegetables, chickpeas, fresh greens, avocado, and creamy tahini dressing.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 large sweet potato cubed
1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 cups fresh spinach or kale
1 cup sliced cucumber
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 avocado sliced
For Tahini Dressing:
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 clove garlic minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 to 4 tablespoons warm water
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F.
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Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper and roast 20 to 25 minutes.
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Toss chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper and roast 20 to 25 minutes.
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Cook quinoa with water for 15 minutes and let rest before fluffing.
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Prepare fresh vegetables.
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Whisk tahini dressing ingredients until smooth.
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Assemble bowls with quinoa, vegetables, chickpeas, and avocado.
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Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve.
Notes
Store components separately for meal prep.
Adjust dressing thickness with water.
Add tofu for extra protein if desired.