Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl: Your Ultimate Plant-Based Power Meal
Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl: Your Ultimate Plant-Based Power Meal
Looking for a meal that’s both beautiful and nourishing? 🌿 The Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl Recipe is your answer! Packed with colorful vegetables, plant-based protein, and whole grains, it’s the perfect easy vegan meal that satisfies both your eyes and your taste buds.
✨ Why is a Buddha Bowl healthy? ✨ How do you make a balanced Vegan Buddha Bowl?
These common questions are exactly why we’ve perfected this bowl — a nutritious, Instagram-worthy dish filled with quinoa, chickpeas, sweet potatoes, and vibrant veggies. It’s a feast for your body and your soul. 🥑🥦
If you’re craving a meal that brings health, happiness, and color to your plate, this Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl will be your new favorite!
Why You Will Love This Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl
✔️ Nutrient-packed — Loaded with fiber, protein, and healthy fats. ✔️ Meal prep friendly — Make once, enjoy for days. ✔️ Gluten-free and vegan — Perfect for all dietary needs. ✔️ Customizable — Swap ingredients based on the season or your cravings! ✔️ Delicious and satisfying — It’s not just pretty; it’s packed with flavor too!
Ingredients for Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl 🥑🌿
Here's what you’ll need to create this healthy vegan Buddha Bowl:
1 cup quinoa (or brown rice)
1 medium sweet potato, diced
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup kale or spinach, roughly chopped
1/2 cup shredded red cabbage
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup steamed broccoli florets
1 avocado, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp tahini dressing
1 tsp sesame seeds
🌟 Pro Tip: Choose organic and fresh veggies for the best flavor and nutritional boost!
How to Make Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl
Step 1: Cook the Base
Rinse and cook quinoa (or brown rice) as per package instructions.
Step 2: Roast the Sweet Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
Step 3: Prepare the Chickpeas
Season chickpeas with cumin, paprika, and garlic powder. Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F until crispy.
Step 4: Assemble the Bowl
Divide the quinoa between bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, chickpeas, kale, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, and avocado.
Step 5: Finish
Drizzle with tahini dressing and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Secrets You Should Know
Secret 1: Use freshly steamed quinoa — it fluffs beautifully and soaks up dressing better.
Secret 2: Always massage the kale — it makes it softer and removes bitterness.
Secret 3: Crisp up the chickpeas well — they add the perfect crunch to contrast the creamy avocado.
👉 Bonus Tip: Add a squeeze of lemon over the whole bowl for a refreshing kick!
Recipe Variations You Can Try
Swap quinoa with farro for a nuttier flavor.
Use tofu or tempeh for extra protein instead of chickpeas.
Try roasted cauliflower in place of sweet potatoes.
Add a spicy peanut sauce instead of tahini for an Asian twist.
Make it low-carb by using cauliflower rice.
The possibilities are endless with this versatile Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl!
Pair it with a refreshing lemonade or kombucha for the ultimate experience.
🌈Make This Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl Today!
Don’t wait to add this nourishing bowl of joy to your life. With minimal cooking and maximum nutrition, the Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl is quick, customizable, and so satisfying.
Perfect for busy days or a weekend treat — once you make it, it’ll become your go-to healthy recipe!
🛒 Grab your ingredients, follow the steps, and make this vibrant bowl today!
💡Pro Tip
✔️ Batch cook quinoa and roasted veggies ahead of time — that way you can assemble the Buddha Bowl in just 5 minutes when you’re hungry! ✔️ Add microgreens or sprouts on top for extra nutrients and crunch. ✔️ Don't forget the drizzle! A good tahini or lemon dressing brings all the flavors together beautifully.
Looking for a refreshing drink to pair with your Buddha Bowl? Try our Tropical Turmeric Vegan Shake Recipe — packed with anti-inflammatory goodness and tropical flavors!
If you love easy plant-based meals, don’t miss our Scrambled Tofu with Avocado Toast — a perfect high-protein vegan breakfast or quick snack idea!
This Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl is a vibrant, nutritious, and satisfying plant-based meal packed with quinoa, chickpeas, roasted sweet potatoes, and a rainbow of fresh vegetables. Perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or healthy dinners, it’s gluten-free, vegan, and loaded with nutrients. Drizzled with a creamy tahini dressing and topped with sesame seeds, it's both delicious and Instagram-worthy!
Ingredients
1cup quinoa (or brown rice)
1medium sweet potato, diced
1can chickpeas (400g)
1cup kale or spinach, roughly chopped
1/2cup shredded red cabbage
1/2cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1cup steamed broccoli florets
1avocado, sliced
1tbsp olive oil
1tsp cumin
1/2tsp paprika
1/2tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
2tbsp tahini dressing
1tsp sesame seeds
How to Make Rainbow Vegan Buddha Bowl Step-by-Step
1
Cook the Base
Rinse and cook quinoa (or brown rice) as per package instructions.
2
Roast the Sweet Potatoes
Preheat your oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes.
3
Prepare the Chickpeas
Season chickpeas with cumin, paprika, and garlic powder. Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F until crispy.
4
Assemble the Bowl
Divide the quinoa between bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes, chickpeas, kale, red cabbage, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, and avocado.
5
Finish
Drizzle with tahini dressing and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
Amount Per Serving
Calories450kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat18g28%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium280mg12%
Potassium900mg26%
Total Carbohydrate55g19%
Dietary Fiber14g57%
Sugars7g
Protein15g30%
Vitamin A 9500 IU
Vitamin C 50 mg
Calcium 110 mg
Iron 5 mg
Vitamin E 3 IU
Vitamin K 210 mcg
Thiamin 0.3 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 3.1 mg
Vitamin B6 0.5 mg
Folate 180 mcg
Biotin 8 mcg
Pantothenic Acid 1.5 mg
Phosphorus 240 mg
Iodine 5 mcg
Magnesium 100 mg
Zinc 1.8 mg
Selenium 8 mcg
Copper 0.3 mg
Manganese 1.1 mg
Chromium 10 mcg
Molybdenum 25 mcg
Chloride 240 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For extra crunch, add roasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds. Swap sweet potatoes with roasted carrots or squash for seasonal variation. Drizzle with lemon for a fresh kick!
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Luna Whisper
Green-Living Enthusiast & Recipe Developer
Hi, I’m Luna — the heart and hands behind LeafyEat, where vibrant plant-based food meets everyday joy 🌱✨ I’m a medical student and a passionate vegan food lover who believes that nourishing meals can be both simple and soul-satisfying.
Here, I share quick, healthy, and delicious vegan recipes inspired by nature and backed by love. Whether you’re here for wellness, flavor, or foodie fun — welcome to my leafy little kitchen!