“Easy Vegan Buddha Bowl Recipe | Healthy & Delicious Plant-Based Meal”

Easy Vegan Buddha Bowl Recipe | Healthy & Delicious Plant-Based Meal

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 40 mins | Serves: 2

Introduction

The Vegan Buddha Bowl is a colorful bliss, wholesome,full of nutrients and a perfect plant-based meal. Packed with quinoa ( You can use Brown Rice too ), roasted veggies, chickpeas, and a creamy tahini-lemon dressing, this dish is not only healthy but also filling and delicious. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa (washed)
• 2 medium sweet potatoes (small cube size)
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 1 cup cooked chickpeas (or canned, washed)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• Salt & black pepper to taste

For Tahini-Lemon Dressing:

• 3 tbsp tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (or honey if not strict vegan)
• 1 clove garlic (finely minced)
• 2–3 tbsp water (Depends upon servings)
• Salt to taste

Instructions

1. Cook Quinoa ( Brown Rice ): In a sauce pan add quinoa and add 2 cups of water then simmer until fluffy (about 15 minutes), Set aside.
2. Roast Vegetables: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). In a bowl add sweet potatoes and broccoli with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper,mix it wellthe Spread on a baking tray and roast for 20–25 minutes until golden.
3. Prepare Chickpeas: If using canned chickpeas, rinse properly. Additionally, you can toss with spices and roast for extra crunch.
4. Make Dressing: Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, and some water until smooth.
5. Bowl Preparation: In a large bowl, layer quinoa at the bottom.Put roasted sweet potato, broccoli, chickpeas on top, and drizzle some tahini-lemon dressing made earlier.

Tips & Variations

• Swap quinoa with brown rice or couscous / Millets .
• Use avocado or fresh leafy greens for extra nutrients.
• Sprinkle some sesame seeds or pumpkin seeds for crunch.
• Meal prep friendly: You can store ingredients separately and prepare fresh.
• You can use Air Fryer if you want then settings would be like this below,
  • Temperature: Reduce it by about 25°F to 375°F
  • Time: Reduce it by about 20% to 30%.

Conclusion

This Vegan Buddha Bowl is a power-packed, plant-based recipe perfect for anyone looking for a perfect meal. Whether you're vegan or just trying to eat more Green vegetables, this recipe will keep you energized and satisfied.

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