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Colorful vegan Buddha bowl with quinoa, roasted chickpeas, sweet potatoes, avocado, cabbage, carrots, and fresh greens.

Wholesome Fast & Fresh Vegan Buddha Bowl

A wholesome and vibrant Vegan Buddha Bowl combining hearty grains, crispy roasted chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing. This dish is flavorful, nutrient-dense, and perfect for a quick, balanced plant-based meal.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings (1 bowl per serving)
Cuisine: Fusion / Global
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
  • cups cooked chickpeas
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • ½ cup sliced carrots
  • ½ cup chopped bell peppers
  • ½ sliced avocado
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa and cook it with water until fluffy, then set aside.
  2. Toss chickpeas with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast at 200°C for about 20 minutes until crispy.
  3. Steam or roast broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers until tender.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, and water until smooth.
  5. Assemble the bowl by adding quinoa as the base, then topping with chickpeas, vegetables, and avocado slices.
  6. Drizzle the tahini dressing over the bowl and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute quinoa with brown rice or couscous.
  • Add seeds or nuts like sesame or almonds for extra crunch.
  • Adjust seasoning or dressing consistency to taste.
  • Great for meal prep—store components separately for freshness.
  • Serving: 2 servings (1 bowl per serving)