Breakfast Buddha Bowl (Printable version)

A vibrant, nourishing morning bowl with roasted vegetables, crispy chickpeas, and tahini.

# Ingredient list:

→ Vegetables & Greens

01 - 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
02 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small avocado, sliced
05 - 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
06 - 1 small carrot, shredded

→ Legumes

07 - 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Roasting

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Tahini Dressing

12 - 3 tablespoons tahini
13 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
14 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
15 - 1 to 2 tablespoons water
16 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
17 - Salt, to taste

# Step-by-step guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on half of the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Pat chickpeas dry with a paper towel. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread on the remaining half of the baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until sweet potatoes are tender and chickpeas are golden and crispy.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, and salt. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until the mixture reaches a creamy, pourable consistency.
06 - Divide mixed greens between 2 bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, shredded carrot, and avocado slices.
07 - Drizzle tahini dressing generously over each bowl and serve immediately.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • It is packed with plant-based protein and fiber from chickpeas and sweet potatoes.
  • The combination of warm roasted ingredients and fresh greens creates a satisfying texture.
  • The homemade tahini dressing adds a rich, creamy finish that is dairy-free.
02 -
  • The dish is naturally gluten-free and nut-free, but always check labels for cross-contamination.
  • Thin the tahini dressing gradually to ensure it remains creamy rather than watery.
  • Prepare the roasted components in advance for a faster breakfast assembly during the week.
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