Description
Rainbow Buddha Bowl is a vibrant, nutritious dish that combines colorful fresh vegetables, wholesome grains, and protein-rich legumes for a delightful meal. This customizable bowl not only pleases the eyes but also nourishes the body, making it perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed weekend brunches. Enjoy a burst of flavors and textures with every bite as you create your own masterpiece from the comfort of your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, assorted colors, sliced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 2 cups spinach or kale
- 3 tbsp tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine it with 2 cups of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Sauté chickpeas in olive oil with garlic powder and cumin over medium heat for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Slice bell peppers and dice cucumber; slice avocado just before serving.
- In a small bowl, mix tahini with lemon juice, adding salt and pepper to taste. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Assemble by placing quinoa at the base followed by spinach or kale, chickpeas, and assorted veggies.
- Drizzle tahini sauce on top and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg