Buddha Bowls

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These Japanese-inspired, vegan buddha bowls are made with fresh seasonal veggies and a light, citrusy Ponzu Dressing, can be made with sesame ginger tofu (or seared ahi tuna). Vegan and Grain-free adaptable! (Try it with zucchini noodles or kelp noodles!) A comforting, healthy vegetarian meal of lentils and rice, with fragrant Moroccan spices, served with caramelized shallots, fresh veggies, ( or roasted veggies) pine nuts and optional yogurt. Gluten-free and Vegan adaptable.

Like I mentioned above, the base of your Buddha Bowl is the bottom layer of your meal. It can be a lighter option such as spinach, or it can be heartier thanks to whole grains. Even better, you can do a combination of the two! Cara from Cara’s Kitchen is the author of this book and she is a certified health coach and holistic nutritionist. I love her story about the healing powers of food and the role it played in her own journey, go read here story on her blog (better yet buy the book and read the introduction). Loaded up with steamed and fresh seasonal veggies and a vegan, low-calorie Green Goddess Dressing that you will want to drink. Serve over grains or greens or both. A very clean-eating, plant-based, vegan buddha bowl. Commonly used plant-based Buddha Bowl protein sources are tofu, tempeh, beans, lentils, veggie burgers and faux meats.

Build-Your-Own Buddha Bowl

vegetable broth – I recommend cooking the quinoa in vegetable broth to provide added flavor. If you don’t have broth on hand you can cook the quinoa in water. Buddha bowls, or ‘Hippie bowls’ as they’re also known, are made up of vegan proteins, vegetables, grains and a dressing and are a great way to make sure you’re eating a varied and balanced diet. I personally like to find a happy medium. In the past I would simply open a can of beans, drain and rinse them and use them cold. Now I like to put a little more effort into preparing my protein source by either adding spices to canned beans, marinating my tofu or tempeh or heating my protein source in the oven or on a skillet. Whole grains, protein, veggies, dressing and a sprinkle crunchy seeds are the basics to build a buddha bowl. What are good grains for a buddha bowl?

Basically Buddha Bowls are a great way to ensure you're getting protein, carbs, fats and veggies at every meal...plus lots of flavor!Make sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, water, maple syrup, garlic, lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste. Step 1: Choose your base. Place one or two of the base options listed above in the bottom of your bowl. Fresh vegetables – the sky’s the limit when it comes to fresh vegetables. I like to add veggies that provide color and crunch but aside from that, have at it! Raw Veggies: Raw veggies can provide lots of crunch and freshness to your Buddha Bowls. Consider cutting your raw veggies in a variety of shapes and sizes to add texture and variation. For example, you could add julienned cucumbers, shredded carrots and chopped tomatoes to a Buddha Bowl. You could rip up lettuce into smaller pieces. You could use a veggie peeler to make veggie "noodles" or use a spiralizer to create veggie noodles. Get creative! Step 3: Incorporate veggies. Add 2-3 different veggies. If desired, cut and cook them in a variety of ways to add texture and variety!

Sprinkle one or two of these on your next Buddha Bowl and enjoy the added boost of flavor! How to Build Your Own Buddha Bowl The Protein: Protein is important to think through when building a Buddha Bowl as it will keep you fuller for longer and is an essential macronutrient. This Chili Mango Zesty Quinoa Salad is bringing you all the flavor, nutrition, and refreshing feels. This sweet and spicy chili mango goodness tops off this delicious zesty quinoa salad! 13. Dragon Bowls Now that you've got a good grasp on what a Buddha Bowl is and the 5 different components that make up a Buddha Bowl, you can start creating your own Buddha Bowls at home! It really couldn't be easier! Each of these 25 Buddha bowl recipes is so uniquely and wonderfully made, loaded with healthy ingredients and satisfying flavours. Whether you’re on the hunt for a dinner recipe or need inspiration for a fridge clean-out, one of these recipes is sure to leave you inspired!Prepare dressing: Make the garlic tahini dressing by combining tahini, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Bragg’s liquid aminos, nutritional yeast and garlic. Blend together and store in fridge until ready to assemble Buddha bowl. Then, add some of your favorite chopped raw veggies to the mix (I can vouch for cabbage, romaine, spinach, and kale). Loaded up with healthy veggies, rice and beans and a flavorful Creamy Vegan Cilantro Sauce! So easy and healthy! This plant-based bowl with oil-free sweet potato fries, asparagus, quinoa, and edamame topped with lemon tahini. It features fresh squeezed lemon to add fresh citrus flavor, and basil to add sweetness and flavor! 16. Savoury Vegan Breakfast Bowl Basically, it's a one-bowl meal filled to the brim with vibrant colors, wholesome vegetables, and plant-based proteins.