Description
This Buddha Bowl with Quinoa and Vegetables is a vibrant medley of textures and flavors, featuring fluffy quinoa, crisp vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing. Each bite offers a delightful crunch from fresh veggies, balanced by the nutty flavor of quinoa and the rich creaminess of the dressing, creating a satisfying and nourishing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- Quinoa: 1 cup, rinsed and drained
- Vegetables:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Water to thin, as needed
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
- While the quinoa cooks, prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, and minced garlic. Add water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff it with a fork and let it cool slightly.
- To assemble the Buddha Bowl, place a generous scoop of quinoa in a bowl and arrange the vegetables on top.
- Drizzle the tahini dressing over the assembled bowl and serve immediately.
Notes
- This bowl can be made ahead of time; store the quinoa and vegetables separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- The dressing can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week.
- Substitutions: Use brown rice or farro instead of quinoa, and any seasonal vegetables you prefer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main-dishes
- Method: boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 45 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 10 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: Buddha Bowl, Quinoa, Vegetables, Vegan, Healthy, Salad, Tahini Dressing, Meal Prep, Gluten-Free, Nutritious, Plant-Based, Fresh Ingredients, Easy Recipe, Colorful Bowl, Wholesome