Low Sodium Vibrant Buddha Bowl

Brighten up your mealtime with this Low Sodium Vibrant Buddha Bowl, a nutrient-packed dish that's as beautiful as it is delicious! This recipe features fluffy quinoa as a hearty base, topped with an array of colorful, fresh veggies like cherry tomatoes, shredded carrots, crisp cucumber, and red bell pepper. Protein-rich chickpeas and creamy avocado slices add satisfying texture, while a zesty tahini dressing made with fresh lemon juice and garlic ties everything together. With no added salt and just 30 minutes from prep to table, this wholesome Buddha bowl is perfect for those seeking a low-sodium, plant-based meal option that's both healthy and full of flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, it’s a vibrant, customizable dish ideal for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 2 cups Water
• 2 cups Spinach Leaves
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 large Carrot
• 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
• 1 cup Chickpeas (no added salt, canned or cooked)
• 3 tablespoons Tahini
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
• 1 clove Minced Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Water (for dressing)
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
• 0.5 medium Avocado

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the water is absorbed. Let it cool slightly.

Step 2

While the quinoa is cooking, prepare the vegetables. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into half-moons, shred the carrot, and dice the red bell pepper. Set aside.

Step 3

Rinse and drain the chickpeas if using canned chickpeas. Ensure they are free of any added salt.

Step 4

For the dressing, whisk together the tahini, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of water, and ground black pepper in a small bowl until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add a little more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.

Step 5

Assemble the Buddha bowl. Start by placing a bed of spinach leaves in the bottom of each bowl. Add the cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrot, diced red bell pepper, and chickpeas in sections around the bowl to create a colorful arrangement.

Step 6

Add sliced avocado to the bowl and sprinkle sesame seeds on top for added texture and flavor.

Step 7

Drizzle the tahini dressing over the bowl or serve it on the side for dipping.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Low Sodium Vibrant Buddha Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1669.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1516.2

Total Fat 58.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1437.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.9g	0%
Total Sugars 26.0g
Protein 60.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3778.9mg	0%
Iron 16086.6mg	0%
Potassium 2763.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.1%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 50.2%