Description

A Buddha Bowl is a colorful, nutritious dish filled with a variety of wholesome ingredients like grains, vegetables, and plant-based proteins, often served with a flavorful dressing.

Ingredients

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 tahini
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
In a serving bowl, arrange the spinach or mixed greens as a base.
Top with cooked quinoa, chickpeas, carrots, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and avocado slices.
Drizzle the tahini dressing over the top.
Garnish with optional toppings like sesame seeds or chopped herbs if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

You can swap quinoa for brown rice or bulgur.
Add roasted sweet potatoes or tofu for extra flavor and nutrition.
Dressing can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.