Buddha bowls are a versatile and delicious way to enjoy a nourishing meal. These bowls are typically composed of a variety of colorful and nutritious ingredients, often in a circular pattern like the shape of a Buddha’s belly, hence the name. In this recipe, I’ll show you how to create a delicious Buddha bowl filled with fresh, wholesome ingredients that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Get ready to dive into this flavorful and nutritious Buddha bowl filled with a delightful mix of ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds!
**50 Buddha Bowl Recipes: The Kitchen Girl 2**
**Ingredients:**
– 1 cup cooked quinoa
– 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 1 medium sweet potato, cut into cubes
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 2 cups mixed greens (e.g., spinach, kale)
– 1 avocado, sliced
– 1/2 cup hummus
– 1/4 cup tahini sauce
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Lemon wedges, for serving
**Instructions:**
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Place the cubed sweet potato on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender and lightly browned.
3. While the sweet potatoes are baking, prepare the rest of the ingredients. Assemble the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, mixed greens, avocado, hummus, and tahini sauce in separate bowls for easy assembly.
4. Once the sweet potatoes are ready, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
5. To assemble your Buddha bowl, start by adding a generous scoop of quinoa to the bowl.
6. Arrange the cooked sweet potatoes, chickpeas, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, mixed greens, and avocado in a decorative manner on top of the quinoa.
7. Drizzle the hummus and tahini sauce over the ingredients.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley, salt, and pepper.
9. Serve your Buddha bowl with a lemon wedge on the side for a refreshing squeeze of citrus flavor.
This Buddha bowl is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients, flavors, and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Each bite offers a delightful combination of savory, smoky, creamy, and crunchy elements that harmonize perfectly. It’s a complete meal in a bowl that’s easy to customize based on your preferences and dietary needs. Feel free to play around with different ingredients, spices, and sauces to create your own variations of this delicious Buddha bowl recipe. Enjoy this wholesome and satisfying meal that will nourish both your body and soul!
