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A vibrant and nourishing bowl packed with fluffy quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, and spiced chickpeas. It's all brought together with a creamy lemon-tahini dressing for a healthy and satisfying meal.
Roast the Sweet Potatoes and Chickpeas
Cook the Quinoa
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A vibrant and nourishing bowl packed with fluffy quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, and spiced chickpeas. It's all brought together with a creamy lemon-tahini dressing for a healthy and satisfying meal.
This california recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 851.15 calories per serving with 26.03g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Prepare the Lemon-Tahini Dressing
Assemble the Buddha Bowls
Add grilled tofu, tempeh, or a hard-boiled egg for extra protein.
Replace quinoa with brown rice, farro, or millet for a different texture and flavor profile.
Feel free to roast other vegetables along with the sweet potatoes, such as broccoli florets, bell peppers, or red onion.
For a different flavor, try a peanut-lime dressing or a green goddess dressing instead of the tahini-based one.
Quinoa is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids. Combined with chickpeas, this bowl provides substantial protein essential for muscle repair, immune function, and overall body maintenance.
With ingredients like sweet potatoes, chickpeas, quinoa, and various vegetables, this bowl is packed with dietary fiber. Fiber aids in digestion, promotes gut health, helps regulate blood sugar levels, and contributes to a feeling of fullness.
The avocado and tahini dressing are great sources of monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health. These healthy fats can help reduce bad cholesterol levels and provide essential fatty acids.
This colorful bowl is a powerhouse of nutrients. Sweet potatoes provide Vitamin A, spinach offers iron and Vitamin K, and lemon juice adds a dose of Vitamin C, all of which are vital for energy, immunity, and well-being.
Yes, it is incredibly healthy. It's a well-balanced meal packed with plant-based protein from quinoa and chickpeas, complex carbohydrates from sweet potatoes, healthy fats from avocado and tahini, and a wide array of vitamins, minerals, and fiber from the vegetables.
One serving of this Quinoa Buddha Bowl contains approximately 650-750 calories, depending on the exact size of the vegetables and avocado. It's a nutrient-dense meal designed to be filling and satisfying.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free as all the ingredients used (quinoa, vegetables, chickpeas, tahini) do not contain gluten. Always double-check the labels on packaged goods like tahini if you have a severe allergy.
For best results, store the components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The avocado is best sliced fresh just before serving to prevent browning. Assemble the bowl right before you plan to eat it.
Absolutely! This bowl is very versatile. You can substitute quinoa with brown rice, farro, barley, or even cauliflower rice for a lower-carb option. Adjust cooking times according to the grain you choose.