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Wholesome Quinoa Buddha Bowl Recipe with Creamy Tahini Dressing

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A quick, easy, and healthy quinoa Buddha bowl featuring roasted veggies, chickpeas, and a creamy tahini dressing. Perfect for meal prep and adaptable to your favorite ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (170g) uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 can (15 oz/425g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups (about 150g) broccoli florets, trimmed into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced thinly
  • 2 cups (about 60g) baby spinach, fresh
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • For the Creamy Tahini Dressing:
  • ¼ cup (60ml) tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3–4 tablespoons warm water
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water using a fine-mesh sieve. Transfer to a medium pot, add 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). On a baking sheet, toss diced sweet potatoes, broccoli florets, and chickpeas with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread into a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until veggies are tender and chickpeas start to crisp.
  3. While roasting, thinly slice the red bell pepper and rinse baby spinach leaves. Set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, and minced garlic. Slowly whisk in warm water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dressing reaches a smooth, pourable consistency. Season with salt to taste.
  5. In large serving bowls, layer quinoa, roasted veggies and chickpeas, fresh bell pepper slices, and baby spinach. Drizzle generously with the creamy tahini dressing. Toss gently if desired or keep components separate.
  6. Optionally, add an extra drizzle of olive oil or a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds for texture. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Rinse quinoa well to avoid bitterness. Roast veggies and chickpeas together for flavor mingling and crispy texture. Adjust tahini dressing thickness with warm water. Avoid overcrowding baking sheet to ensure proper roasting. Store components separately for best leftovers.

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