I like my Buddha Bowls packed to the brim. It's filled with a base of hearty mushrooms, greens, and protein noodles, topped with roasted veggies and sesame or hemp seeds and creamy avocado dressing.
It is the perfect meal for any time of day.
With all those veggies, fruits and seeds, it's very nourishing, the noodles ensurethat it's comforting, cozy and satiating. The combination is delicious.
These ingredients give you:
Healthy fats
Essential nutrients
Plenty of protein (although we really don't need that much)
Improved gut health
Cancer-fighting antioxidants
And a big boost to your immune system.
What more can you ask for from a big bowl of powerful plant food?
Feel free to improvise as you see fit.
This Buddha is very forgiving.
Makes 2 Big Bowls
INGREDIENTS
Must Have
Noodles
1 1/2 cups cooked ramen noodles (Lotus Foods brand is a good one)
Salad
½ cup coconut aminos
2Tbsp canned coconut milk
1cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1(14 ounce) package extra-firm tofu, cut into ½-inch cubes
1sliced sweet potato
2 cups roughly chopped Romaine lettuce
1 cup baby bok choy, sliced
2 large carrots, chopped
1 cucumber, sliced
1/2 avocado, sliced
Dressing
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup pineapple juice
2 tablespoons white miso paste
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
Topping
Black sesame seeds
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
1) Take the mushrooms, tofu, and sweet potato and toss together with the coconut aminos and canned coconut milk. Use a large bowl. *add spices if you like
2) Place on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake at 375’ for 30 minutes.
3) For the Salad add the Romaine, bok choy, carrots, cucumber and avocado to a medium bowl. Add the roasted tofu & veg, toss to combine.
4) To make the dressing mix everything but the seeds in a small jar to combine, shake vigorously.
5) Add the cooked ramen noodles and salad to a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss together.
6) Divide into 2 largish bowls and top with the sesame seeds or hemp seeds and serve.