Roasted Vegetable Buddha Bowl
A vibrant, nourishing bowl of maple-roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas, quinoa, and creamy tahini dressing.
A vibrant, nourishing bowl of maple-roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas, quinoa, and creamy tahini dressing.
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment.
- 2
Toss sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Spread on one baking sheet.
Tip: Cut sweet potatoes into even 1-inch cubes for uniform roasting. - 3
Toss chickpeas with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Spread on the second baking sheet.
- 4
Roast sweet potatoes 25-30 minutes and chickpeas 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
- 5
Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package directions with a pinch of salt. Massage kale with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and a squeeze of lemon.
- 6
Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, 3 tbsp warm water, and a pinch of salt until smooth and drizzle-able.
- 7
Assemble bowls: quinoa base, massaged kale, roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas, sliced avocado. Drizzle generously with tahini dressing.
Make It Your Own
This bowl is endlessly adaptable — swap sweet potatoes for butternut squash, chickpeas for tofu, or kale for spinach. The formula stays the same: grain + greens + roasted veg + protein + sauce.
Meal Prep Tip
Roast extra vegetables and make a double batch of dressing. Store components separately and assemble fresh bowls all week.