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Buddha Bowl Recipe

A Buddha Bowl is a nourishing one-bowl meal typically made with a variety of fresh vegetables, whole grains, plant-based protein, and a flavorful dressing.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • 1/2 cup shredded purple cabbage
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp hummus
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let cool slightly.
  2. Arrange baby spinach as the base in a large bowl.
  3. Neatly arrange quinoa, chickpeas, avocado, purple cabbage, carrots, and cherry tomatoes on top of the spinach.
  4. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Add a scoop of hummus in the center.
  6. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

Notes

  • You can substitute quinoa with brown rice or farro.
  • Roasted chickpeas add a crunchy texture.
  • Try different dressings like tahini or peanut sauce for variety.

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