Description
Looking for a quick breakfast, easy dinner, or healthy snack packed with nutrients? This High Protein Buddha Bowl Recipe is a vibrant, satisfying meal loaded with plant-based protein, fresh vegetables, and bold flavors. Perfect for meal prep, lunch ideas, or dinner ideas, this easy recipe combines wholesome ingredients like quinoa, roasted chickpeas, tofu, and creamy avocado into one delicious and energizing bowl.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large sweet potato peeled and diced
1 can 15 oz chickpeas drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
salt and black pepper to taste
1 block 14 oz firm tofu pressed and cubed
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 avocado sliced
1 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
1 cup leafy greens spinach or mixed greens
1/4 cup sprouts optional
1/4 cup tahini
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup
2–4 tablespoons warm water
pinch of salt
Instructions
1. Rinse quinoa under cold water, then cook with water or broth and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12–15 minutes. Let sit covered for 5 minutes and fluff.
2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes and chickpeas with olive oil and spices, then spread on a baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Press tofu for 10–15 minutes, cube it, and toss with soy sauce, olive oil, and spices. Cook in a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 8–10 minutes until golden.
4. Prepare fresh ingredients by slicing avocado, shredding carrots, chopping onion, and washing greens.
5. Whisk tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, salt, and warm water until smooth to make the dressing.
6. Assemble the bowl with quinoa as the base, then add roasted vegetables, tofu, and fresh toppings.
7. Drizzle dressing on top and serve immediately or store components separately for later.
Notes
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice in the dressing for brighter flavor and better balance.
Do not overcrowd the baking tray to ensure vegetables roast evenly and become crispy.
Press tofu thoroughly to achieve the best texture and allow it to absorb seasoning effectively.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: high protein bowl, buddha bowl, healthy recipe, meal prep, vegan bowl