These Vegan Quinoa Roasted Veggie Buddha Bowls are a tasty and healthy way to eat. These bowls are great for lunch or dinner because they are full of protein, fiber, and bright flavors. The pesto tahini sauce makes the dish taste better by adding a burst of freshness.
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, rinsed. 2 cups mixed vegetables e.g., broccoli, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes. 2 tablespoons olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed. 1 teaspoon cumin. 1 teaspoon smoked paprika. 1/2 cup hummus. 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped. For Creamy Pesto Tahini Sauce:. 1/3 cup tahini. 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast. 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped. 1 clove garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Salt and pepper to taste. Water as needed for desired consistency.
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400F 200C. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork. On a baking sheet, toss mixed vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are tender and slightly browned. In a small bowl, mix chickpeas with cumin and smoked paprika. Roast in the oven for the last 10 minutes alongside the vegetables. For the Creamy Pesto Tahini Sauce, whisk together tahini, nutritional yeast, basil, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Add water as needed for desired consistency. Assemble the Buddha bowls by dividing cooked quinoa among bowls. Top with roasted vegetables and chickpeas. Drizzle with Creamy Pesto Tahini Sauce and garnish with hummus and chopped parsley.