Vegan Buddha Bowl
This vegan Buddha bowl recipe is filled to the brim with crisp caramelised winter veggies and tender baked tofu, drizzled with a creamy, spicy tahini dressing.
Ingredients
Brussels Sprouts, Apples & Onions
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts ends trimmed and outer leaves removed
- 1 medium red onion cut in wedges
- 1 large apple cored and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3-4 sprigs of thyme
Baked Tofu & Chickpeas
- 1 15 ounce can chickpeas, drained, rinsed and pat dry
- 1 16 ounce block tofu, pressed and cubed
- 1 tablespoon liquid aminos
- 2 tablespoon olive oils
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoon paprikas
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Kale Chips
- 1 whole bunch of kale stems removed, torn, rinsed and pat try
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- pinch of salt add more after it's done to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Harissa Tahini Dressing
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon harissa powder
- ¼ cup water
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Brussels Sprouts, Apples & Onions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C. Cut the brussels sprouts in half. Add the brussels sprouts, onions and apples together onto a silpat lined or foil greased baking sheet.
- Mix the olive oil, maple syrup, salt and pepper together then drizzle over brussels sprouts mixture. Stir until everything is thoroughly coated (you can use your hands if you want). Turn all of the Brussels sprouts halves with the cut side down. This ensures that they get beautifully caramelised. Add some thyme sprigs to the baking sheets on top of or around the vegetables.
- Bake for 35 minutes, shaking the pan a few times while baking, until apples are tender, onions soft and brussels sprouts begin to caramelise. You'll want to watch it around the 30 minute mark that it doesn't burn. Some of the Brussels sprouts skins may darken a lot, but they still taste delicious (and not burnt)
Baked Tofu & Chickpeas
- Add the pressed and cubed tofu and chickpeas to a lined baking sheet, on opposite sides. OR, add them to separate bowls (whichever is easiest for you) before adding to the baking sheet. Watch the video below!
- Sprinkle over all of the seasoning ingredients (garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper) EXCEPT the cornstarch and coat to combine.
- Add the cornstarch to the tofu only, and coat to combine. Lay out the tofu so it isn't touching, and then lay out the chickpeas on the other side of the baking sheet. It's okay if this touches.
- When the oven is at the 20 minute mark, add in this baking sheet and baked for 20 minutes, flipping the tofu at the 10 minute make and also stirring around the chickpeas at this time, then back into the oven for the final 10 minutes.
Kale Chips
- Add Kale to a separate lined baking sheet. Add the olive oil, sea salt and black pepper and massage into the kale. Spread the kale apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for the last 5-10 minutes in the oven alongside the rest of the vegetables.
Harissa Tahini Dressing & Put it All Together
- Whisk all the ingredients together with a spoon. Drizzle over the bowls, or store in the fridge until needed.
- Portion out the bowls as in the video, drizzle with some sauce, serve and enjoy!
Video
Notes
When it comes to your kale chips, be sure to watch them carefully! Depending on the kale and how large you tear it, some may be done in 5 minutes, some in 10. I tested mine a few times and only once was a different type done before (about 8 minutes). Also be sure to under salt them. It’s better to add less salt than too much when it comes to kale chips. Remember they shrink up!
Pressing Tofu
If you don’t know how to press tofu, you can find the instructions in this blog post: How to Cook Tofu 101
To store: The components will keep in the refrigerator for about a week when stored separately in airtight containers. Buddha bowls can be eaten hot or cold. I do not recommend freezing this recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 616kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 1701mg | Potassium: 1113mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 4368IU | Vitamin C: 149mg | Calcium: 336mg | Iron: 8mg