Recipes with a little room for customisation are always the best, and the Buddha Bowl fits the bill perfectly. It doesn't appear that there is a universal agreement on what exactly a 'Buddha Bowl' has to be, but from 'research' (aka a quick google search) they seem to be any bowl that include a variety of vegetables, healthy fats, a dressing and vegetarian protein. The rest is up to you.
Here's how to put together your own version of the Buddha Bowl:
These bowls are satisfying, nutritious and so easy to customise to what you're loving in the current moment. It's a great way to fit all your carbs, proteins, healthy fats, fiber and minerals into your day and use up/ mix and match your leftovers. I used rocket, avocado, carrot, roasted paprika chickpeas, beetroot, sweet potato, quinoa and hoummous in mine, but the list is endless. Here are some other ideas if you are stuck:
MORE IDEAS FOR BUDDHA BOWLS:
Greens: kale, spinach, arugala
Veggies: squash, broccoli, carrots, peppers, roasted eggplant, brussels sprouts, beets
Grains: quinoa, brown rice, wheat berries, farro
Protein: tofu, tempeh, chickpeas, beans, edamame, black beans
Healthy Fats: avocado, cashews, almonds, sunflower seeds, pepitas, tahini, sesame oil
What do you think? Will you be making yourself one of these anytime soon?
