Buddha Bowls are a very popular meal-in-a-bowl in the vegan and hippie community. A meal sized bowl loaded with simple pure food like greens, raw or roasted veggies, beans and healthy grain. The best thing about these bowls is that there is no universal recipe, you can make any kind of Buddha's Bowl yourself with the ingredients you have at home. It's not necessary if it has to be served warm or cold. You can toss in your favorite veggies, proteins and good fats. The textures can be customized, either with more curry or the usual. It also goes very well with left overs. Best of all it's such an awesome way to be mindful of what we are eating.
Those of you who follow the blog regularly, probably already know by now that I am a love of Asian food. Off late I have been particularly enjoying my home cooked Asian meals more than the restaurants. This 15 minutes wonder is my new got-to recipe for this summer when I want to make a quick meal that is not only delicious but made with raw vegetables and super healthy. Lucky for me that Dr.Mystery and Little A also enjoy Asian food as much as I do. Glad that I don't have to make baby food for Little A anymore. So remember a few days ago I posted the Thai Salad with Green Coconut Dressing, well guess what I made it into a Buddha's Bowl.
One of the distinct characters of a Buddha's Bowl is it's dressing or sauce. A lot of folks like a variation of Tahini however my favorite has been an exotic bomb of Thai flavors using peanut butter, coconut, cilantro, basil, scallions. Just imagine the pleasant taste the dressing leaves in your mouth. Since I was unable to add any kind of protein to my bowl, Peanut butter was a great option for that.
Although brown rice or quinoa is an healthier option than white rice, I used white rice as it was a left over from the morning.
I can tell this isn't the only Buddha Bowl recipe and there will be more to come with different permutations and combinations and all kinds of dressings. This bowl will give you that 'feel-good' feeling and leave you satisfied.
Have you had a Buddha's Bowl before? What are some of your favorite combinations? Leave me your comments. We can all get some inspiration from eachothers ideas.
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15 Minute Thai Buddha's Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup Thai Salad with Green Coconut Dressing
- 1 cup rice or grain of your choice.
- 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas or blackbeans. (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Thai Salad with Green Coconut Dressing
Add in the chickpeas or beans
Serve it with rice.
Crystal Gard says
This is t something I otherwise would of tried. But it sounds good to try
Donna says
I love this version of a buddha bowl, sounds delicious! I usually do an avocado/cilantro combination for the dressing in mine :)
TheBellyRulesTheMind says
Donna,
I love the avocado cilantro dressing too. However this time I wanted to try something different.
Ciera Chang says
I love Buddha Bowls! Such a yummy and healthy meal. I will definitely have to try out this recipe soon!
xoxo, CiCi
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TheBellyRulesTheMind says
Ciera,
I love te flavors and the ease of making Buddha Bowls
HilLesha says
I have never tried a Buddha Bowl before, but I have seen several recipes for them on Pinterest. I'll definitely have try it sometime, though! :)
TheBellyRulesTheMind says
HilLesha,
Once you try a Buddha Bowl, I am sure the ease of preparation is going to make you fall in love with it. There are so many permutation combinations one can make.
Teresa says
I've never heard of Buddha Bowls. This looks absolutely delicious. I'll have to try making one!
TheBellyRulesTheMind says
Teresa,
Sure try it and let me know what do you think of it. I have yet to come across someone who doesn't love Buddha Bowls.
Krista Dial says
Mmm. I love anything with coconut in it. I love these healthy little bowls. I've pinned this one and look forward to trying it in the next week or two.
Mariah says
I love the color! I pains me ,however, how many healthy recipes have coconut in them :( I"m allergic and always feel like I'm cheatting when I sub in a different oil
TheBellyRulesTheMind says
Mariah,
I know exactly what you mean. The same holds true for me when i try to substitute egg.
Veronica Flores says
I love my vegan burrito bowls with black beans, fajita veggies, and rice, but I've never tried buddha bowls! Now I have to! I love thai flavors so much. Can't wait to try this.
TheBellyRulesTheMind says
Veronica,
you Vegan Burrito Bowl sounds delicious and healthy. I am a love of mexican and thai flavors too. Off late I am enjoying a lot of Asian cuisine. IF you try it let me know what do you think. I am sure you will instantly fall in love with it.
theCuriousPixie (@theCuriousPixie) says
Love the idea of a buddha bowl, being veggie this is a fab idea. One to definitely try. Thanks x
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candy says
I will be adding the black beans to this great looking bowl.