Ingredients
- For Bowl:
- For Dressing:
Instructions
Prepare rice according to package directions.
Divide all ingredients evenly among four bowls with the kale being the base of each bowl.
Place all dressing ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth. Drizzle dressing on top of the finished bowl and serve.
What is a Buddha Bowl?
Buddha Bowls are fast becoming a staple dish of vegetarian and vegan cuisine, but what exactly constitutes a buddha bowl? Well, in short, buddha bowls are much the same as other rice bowl recipes, but with an added emphasis placed on the presentation of the dish. The defining feature of a buddha bowl is that the ingredients used in the recipe are not mixed, and typically appear compartmentalized. Its unique presentation highlights the components of the recipe in a way that’s both appetizing and pleasing to the eye.
What’s in a Buddha Bowl?
Like many other salad meals with grains, Buddha bowl recipes are flexible when it comes to ingredients, meaning you can adapt them to suit your tastes and preferences. Here’s a handy breakdown of the typical components of a Buddha bowl:
How to Build a Buddha Bowl
Grains: Classic buddha bowl meals tend to include a portion of grains, often fiber-rich wholegrains like RiceSelect® Premium Black Rice or RiceSelect® Royal Blend. Quinoa, brown rice varieties, and millet are also commonly used ingredients.
Protein: Popular vegetarian protein options include tofu, seitan, chickpeas, beans, eggs, lentils, tempeh, edamame, and peas.
Vegetables: Buddha bowls often have traditional salad ingredients like tomatoes, cucumber, spinach, cabbage, arugula, avocado, or radish.
Fruits: Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, and cranberries often find their way into buddha bowls as they’re a great way to add an extra dimension to the flavor profile. Pomegranates and sliced fruits like melon, oranges, and apples also work a treat.
Nuts and Seeds: A great way to bring texture to your bowl is to include ingredients like almonds, pistachios, pumpkin, or sunflower seeds. These will bring extra crunch to your meal.
Dressing: Buddha bowls regularly feature a simple yet satisfying dressing. In our recipe, we’ve opted for a dressing with tahini, honey, and cloves, which give the dish a rich and smoky finish.
Wholesome Rice Bowl Recipes
If you like rice bowls to be both wholesome and delicious, then this Egg and Edamame Brown Rice Bowl is the perfect choice. Packed with protein and infused with scallions, Thai basil, and sriracha sauce, it’s a refreshing and satisfying meal. Learn how you can elevate your rice bowls with these expert tips and exciting recipes.
