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Buddha Bowl Recipe

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  • Author: chefahmed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 bowls 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Fusion
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A Buddha Bowl is a nourishing, colorful, and well-balanced meal typically made with a variety of vegetables, grains, and plant-based proteins, often served cold and topped with a flavorful dressing.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup baby spinach or mixed greens
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp tahini
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  3. Arrange spinach or mixed greens as the base in a large bowl.
  4. Top with cooked quinoa, chickpeas, shredded carrots, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices.
  5. Drizzle with the prepared dressing.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

Notes

  • You can substitute quinoa with brown rice or couscous.
  • Add nuts or seeds for extra crunch and nutrients.
  • Use any seasonal vegetables you have on hand.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg