The Vegan Vanguard - Roasted Vegetable Buddha Bowl
This Vegan Vegetable Buddha Bowl is a nutrient-packed, colorful meal featuring quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, chickpeas, fresh greens, and a creamy tahini dressing. It’s a delicious and wholesome way to fuel your body!
Ingredients
FOR THE BOWL
- 1 cup quinoa rinsed
- 2 cups water
- 1 large sweet potato cubed
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 small head of broccoli cut into florets
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 avocado sliced
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
FOR THE TAHINI DRESSING
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2-3 tbsp water
- salt to taste
Instructions
Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper
Cook the Quinoa
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
Roast the Vegetables
- On the prepared baking sheet, toss sweet potato, bell pepper, broccoli, and chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
Prepare the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and enough water to reach a pourable consistency.
- Season with salt to taste.
Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the cooked quinoa among four bowls
- Top with roasted vegetables and chickpeas, fresh spinach, and sliced avocado.
- Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and drizzle with tahini dressing.
Notes
Nutritional Analysis
Beyond being vegan, this dish offers a balanced nutritional profile:
- Protein from quinoa and chickpeas for muscle maintenance and satiety
- Complex carbohydrates for sustained energy
- Fiber for digestive health and cholesterol management
- Healthy fats for nutrient absorption and brain health
- A rainbow of vegetables for a wide array of phytonutrients