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Vibrant Quinoa Buddha Bowl

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This vibrant quinoa Buddha bowl recipe is packed with nutrient-rich veggies, fluffy quinoa, and a creamy tahini dressing, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal. Perfect for easy meal prep or busy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
  • A handful of mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
  • 1 medium sweet potato, cubed
  • 1 cup chickpeas (roasted or canned)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small cucumber, sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup (or honey)
  • 2 tablespoons warm water
  • Optional toppings: sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, or sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups (480 ml) water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potato with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on half of a baking sheet. On the other half, spread chickpeas (drained and rinsed) and toss with olive oil, paprika, and a pinch of salt. Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. Slice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and cut the avocado into slices. Set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and warm water until smooth. Adjust consistency by adding more water if needed.
  5. Start with a base of quinoa in each serving bowl. Add a handful of mixed greens, followed by roasted sweet potato, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado slices. Drizzle the tahini dressing generously over the top.
  6. Optional: Sprinkle sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, or sliced almonds for crunch and extra flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Rinse quinoa before cooking to remove bitterness. Cut sweet potato into uniform cubes for even roasting. Store components separately for meal prep and assemble bowls as needed.

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Keywords: quinoa buddha bowl, healthy meal prep, vegan bowl, tahini dressing, roasted sweet potato

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