Buddha bowl

A buddha bowl is a type of food that is usually served in a bowl. It is a vegetarian dish that is full of healthy ingredients. The ingredients in a buddha bowl can vary, but they typically include some type of grain (such as quinoa or rice), vegetables (such as roasted Brussels sprouts or sweet potatoes), and a sauce or dressing (such as tahini or avocado).

Buddha bowls have become increasingly popular in recent years as more people are looking for healthy, plant-based meals. There are many different buddha bowl recipes available online and in cookbooks.

The history of buddha bowl recipes is not well documented. However, it is believed that the concept of a buddha bowl originated in Asia. Buddhist monks would often eat meals out of bowls that contained a variety of different plant-based ingredients.

Advice

A Buddha bowl is a great way to get a nutritious and filling meal with minimal effort. To make a tasty and nutritious bowl, start with a base of cooked grains such as brown rice or quinoa. Then, add in a variety of colorful vegetables such as broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and sweet potatoes. Top with some healthy fats like avocado and nuts, and add a protein source such as beans, chickpeas, or tofu for a complete meal. Finally, finish off your bowl with a flavorful sauce like tahini or a simple olive oil and vinegar dressing. With these simple tips, you can create a delicious and nourishing Buddha bowl in no time.

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Recipes

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Vibrant Spring Broccoli Buddha Bowl

  • green lentil
  • quinoa
  • apple cider vinegar
  • maple syrup
  • avocado
  • blood orange
  • ginger
  • lemon juice
  • sweet potato
  • garlic
  • cashew
  • turmeric
  • cayenne pepper
  • purple cabbage
  • olive oil
  • sesame seed
  • carrot
  • broccoli
  • salt
  • hemp seed
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Best Buddha Bowl

  • cooked lentil
  • red cabbage
  • sweet potato
  • watermelon radish
  • brown rice
  • sesame seed
  • carrot
  • sauerkraut
  • kale
  • olive oil
  • microgreen
  • salt
  • lemon squeeze
  • turmeric tahini sauce
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Green Curry Buddha Bowl

  • cilantro
  • lime
  • carrot
  • purple cabbage
  • broccoli
  • olive oil
  • brown rice
  • crimini mushroom
  • Green Curry Sauce
  • cashew
  • lime juice
  • brown sugar
  • salt
  • coconut cream
  • green curry paste
  • fish sauce
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Plant Based Recipes: Buddha Bowls

  • cooked lentil
  • red cabbage
  • sweet potato
  • watermelon radish
  • brown rice
  • sesame seed
  • carrot
  • sauerkraut
  • kale
  • olive oil
  • microgreen
  • salt
  • lemon squeeze
  • turmeric tahini sauce
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Buddha bowl

  • greek yogurt
  • avocado
  • garlic
  • tomato
  • jalapeño
  • quinoa
  • onion powder
  • feta
  • dill
  • olive oil
  • white vinegar
  • sweet potato
  • parsley
  • spinach
  • nuts walnut
  • falafel
  • salt
  • salt
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Buddha Bowl with Watermelon Radish

  • cooked lentil
  • red cabbage
  • sweet potato
  • watermelon radish
  • brown rice
  • sesame seed
  • carrot
  • sauerkraut
  • kale
  • olive oil
  • microgreen
  • salt
  • lemon squeeze
  • turmeric tahini sauce
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Build-Your-Own Buddha Bowl

  • cucumber
  • tamari
  • edamame
  • snap pea
  • short grain brown rice
  • avocado
  • red cabbage
  • carrot ginger dressing
  • salt
  • lime
  • sesame seed
  • green onion
  • sesame oil
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Vegan Buddha Bowl

  • chick pea
  • quinoa
  • dijon mustard
  • garlic
  • english cucumber
  • avocado
  • grape tomato
  • salt
  • sunflower seed
  • salt
  • water
  • balsamic vinegar
  • vegan mayonnaise
  • olive oil
  • carrot
  • spinach
  • basil
  • black pepper

Ingredient Breakdown

 
salt
sweet potato
olive oil
sesame seed
carrot
quinoa
avocado
brown rice
red cabbage
sauerkraut
turmeric tahini sauce
garlic
cooked lentil
watermelon radish
kale
microgreen
lemon squeeze
spinach
cashew
purple cabbage
broccoli
chickpea
cilantro
lime
sesame oil
black pepper
green lentil
apple cider vinegar
maple syrup
blood orange
ginger
lemon juice
turmeric
cayenne pepper
hemp seed
massaged kale
radish
lime juice
brown sugar
coconut cream
green curry paste
fish sauce
crimini mushroom
greek yogurt
tomato
jalapeño
onion powder
feta
dill
white vinegar
parsley
nuts walnut
falafel
cauliflower
canola oil
soy sauce
sugar
turkey meatball
broccolini
pickled onion
rice vinegar
tofu
alfalfa sprout
lemon
black bean
corn
taco hummus
cucumber
tamari
edamame
snap pea
short grain brown rice
carrot ginger dressing
green onion
chick pea
dijon mustard
english cucumber
grape tomato
sunflower seed
water
balsamic vinegar
vegan mayonnaise
basil

Insights

Staple Ingredients

  • salt 64%
  • sweet potato 64%

Usual Ingredients

  • olive oil 55%
  • sesame seed 55%

Rarey Ingredients

  • brown rice 45%
  • carrot 45%