Spring Buddha Bowl Template
Legumes + Roasted Veggies + Greens + Grains + Sprouts + Creamy Herb Sauce
Servings 1
Calories
Ingredients
Roasted Veggies
- asparagus roast for 9-12 minutes at 425°
- broccoli roast for 12-15 minutes at 400°
- cauliflower roast for 20-25 minutes at 400°
- brussels sprouts roast for 20-25 minutes at 400°
- potatoes or sweet potatoes roast for 25-30 minutes at 400°
- beets roast for 30-40 minutes at 400°
A Scoop of Cooked Grain
- brown rice
- quinoa
- barley
- farro
- wheat berries
A Scoop of Cooked Legumes
- chickpeas
- lentils
- white beans
- black beans
- tempeh
- cranberry beans
- fava beans
- edamame
Handful of Greens
- kale
- chard
- spinach
- lettuce
- watercress
Sprinkle of Sprouts
- lentil sprouts
- mung bean sprouts
- pea shoots
- sunflower shoots
- clover sprouts
- alfalfa sprouts
- radish sprouts
Herbed Tahini Sauce (Makes 2-3 Servings)
- 1/4 cup tahini I prefer light tahini
- 1/4 cup plant based milk of choice such as soy or almond milk, or water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh squeezed
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/2 cup fresh herbs e.g. cilantro, parsley, basil, or a mix
- 1/4 tsp ground fenugreek optional, if you have it
Instructions
How to Make the Herbed Tahini
- Make the herb sauce in a small blender cup or using an immersion blender in a wide mouthed jar.
- If using a regular blender, I'd recommend doubling the recipe so that it's easier to blend. Add water or milk if it is too thick, or tahini if it's too thin.
How to Roast Veggies
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the veggies in a splash of olive oil, salt, and pepper directly on the baking sheet.
- Spread them out in a single layer on the baking sheet and place in the hot oven. (See roasting temperatures and times above).
How to Cook Greens
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add greens (tear into smallish pieces).
- Add a splash of water. Cover with a lid, and steam for about 1-2 minutes, until brightly colored and wilted.
- Add a touch of sea salt, and a light drizzle of oil.
How to Cook Tempeh
- I prefer my tempeh plain in buddha bowls, but feel free to marinate your tempeh in a simple marinade or use pre-marinated tempeh.
- If you don't like the bitterness of tempeh (I personally like it) you can steam your cubed tempeh first for 5-7 minutes in a steamer basket.
- After steaming, brown the tempeh gently for a few minutes in a little bit of oil, salt, and pepper on a skillet over medium low heat.
Assembling Your Bowls
- Lovingly arrange your bowl into pretty sections, and admire it gratefully before drizzling yummy herb sauce all over it.
- If you like, garnish your bowl with a flurry of fresh herbs and a sprinkling of sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.