Description
These winter Buddha bowls combine hearty grains, roasted vegetables, and vibrant Mediterranean flavors into a satisfying vegan meal prep option. They’re easy to assemble, nutrient-packed, and perfect for colourful, balanced dinners throughout the colder months.
Ingredients
Instructions
1. Rinse and cook quinoa or farro according to package instructions, then season with salt and a drizzle of olive oil.
2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and toss diced sweet potatoes and chickpeas with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika; roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and crisp.
3. Massage kale with 1 tsp olive oil and a pinch of salt until softened, or sauté spinach briefly if using.
4. Blend tahini, lemon juice, garlic, 1 tbsp olive oil, water, salt, and pepper until smooth to make the dressing.
5. Divide grains among bowls, top with roasted sweet potatoes, chickpeas, kale, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes.
6. Drizzle each bowl with lemon-tahini dressing and garnish with fresh herbs and a lemon wedge.
7. Store components separately in airtight containers for up to 5 days and assemble before serving to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: roasting and assembly
- Cuisine: mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 17
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 62
- Fiber: 11
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: mediterranean recipes, healthy bowls, vegan dinners, meal prep, meatless meals, vegetarian dishes, winter recipes