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Crunchy Buddha Bowl


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  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Experience a burst of color and flavor with this vibrant Crunchy Buddha Bowl. Packed with nutritious ingredients like protein-rich quinoa and hearty chickpeas, this dish is perfect for lunch or dinner. Each bite offers a refreshing crunch from fresh veggies and creamy avocado, all drizzled with a zesty dressing. Ideal for meal prepping or serving at gatherings, this bowl is not just healthy—it’s a feast for the eyes and taste buds!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • Your favorite dressing to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water; combine with 2 cups water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until fluffy. Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
  3. While quinoa cooks, chop bell peppers, cucumber, and greens. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas and veggies.
  4. Whisk lemon juice and olive oil together; drizzle over the veggie mix and toss gently.
  5. Assemble your bowl: start with quinoa as the base, add the dressed veggie mix on top, and finish with avocado slices and sesame seeds.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg