Vegan Buddha Bowl
Quinoa, roasted chickpeas, sweet potato, and kale with tahini dressing. 480 calories, 16g protein, plant-based bowl.
Vegan Buddha Bowl has 480 calories per serving, with 16g protein, 68g carbs, 16g fat, and 12g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 22 min.
Nutrition per serving
1 serving(s)
480
Calories
16g
Protein
32% DV
68g
Carbs
25% DV
16g
Fat
21% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
🫘 12g fiber per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
22 min
Servings
1
Est. Cost
$4.50
Vegan Buddha Bowl
A colorful, nutrient-packed bowl of fluffy quinoa, crispy roasted chickpeas, sweet potato, and massaged kale, all drizzled with a creamy lemon-tahini dressing. Plant-based meal prep at its best.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup cooked quinoa
- 1/2 cup canned chickpeas (rinsed and dried)
- 1/2 cup cubed sweet potato
- 1 cup chopped lacinato kale
- 1/4 avocado
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup diced cucumber (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potato and chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Roast for 20 minutes, flipping once, until chickpeas are crispy and sweet potato is tender.
- Whisk tahini with lemon juice and 1-2 tbsp water until smooth and pourable. Set aside.
- Massage kale with a pinch of salt for 1 minute until softened and bright green.
- Assemble the bowl: start with quinoa, then add roasted vegetables, kale, avocado, and cucumber.
- Drizzle the tahini dressing generously over the top.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 16g |
| Carbs | 68g |
| Fat | 16g |
| Fiber | 12g |
Tips
- Dry the chickpeas thoroughly on paper towels before roasting for maximum crunch.
- Massaging the kale breaks down its tough fibers and removes bitterness.
- Prep all components ahead and assemble just before eating.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Not recommended for freezing.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout.
Equipment
skillet
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