Vegan Buddha Bowl with Tahini Dressing
Eating healthy doesn’t have to mean choking down bland salads. This Buddha bowl is a rainbow of roasted veggies, hearty grains, and creamy tahini dressing. It’s the kind of meal that tricks you into feeling like a wellness guru—minus the overpriced juice cleanse. Packed with fiber, protein, and good fats, it keeps you full without the post-lunch nap. The rich, garlicky tahini sauce ties everything together like a plant-based hug. You’ll meal prep it once and wonder why you ever settled for boring takeout. Ready to throw everything in a bowl and call it gourmet? Let’s do this.
Vegan Buddha Bowl with Tahini Dressing
A nutrient-packed, colorful Buddha bowl loaded with roasted vegetables, grains, and a creamy tahini dressing for the ultimate plant-based power meal.
Ingredients
For the Bowl:
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice, if you insist
- 1 cup chickpeas drained and rinsed (plant-based protein power)
- 1 cup sweet potatoes cubed (roasted perfection)
- 1 cup broccoli florets adds crunch
- ½ cup shredded carrots color and crunch
- ½ cup red cabbage sliced (because we eat with our eyes too)
- 1 tbsp olive oil for roasting
- ½ tsp salt seasoning matters
- ¼ tsp black pepper a little kick
For the Tahini Dressing:
- ¼ cup tahini creamy, nutty goodness
- 2 tbsp lemon juice brightens everything up
- 1 tbsp maple syrup just a touch of sweetness
- 1 clove garlic minced (for bold flavor)
- 2 tbsp water to thin it out
- ½ tsp salt balance is key
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potatoes and broccoli with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on the baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions if you haven’t already.
- Whisk together the tahini dressing in a small bowl until smooth. Add water gradually to reach desired consistency.
- Assemble the bowls with quinoa, roasted veggies, chickpeas, shredded carrots, and cabbage.
- Drizzle generously with tahini dressing, then devour immediately.
- Try not to feel too smug about how healthy you’re eating.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 45%
- Vitamin C: 35%
- Folate: 30%
- Magnesium: 25%
- Iron: 20%
Additional Notes & Tips
- Swap quinoa for brown rice or farro for variety.
- Add avocado for extra creaminess (because avocado makes everything better).
- Store components separately for meal prep, and assemble when ready to eat.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds or hemp seeds for extra texture.
- Double the tahini dressing—it works on everything!
