BUDDHA BOWLS

Noel7 · ‎03-09-2010

A couple of years ago I started making what I called "Bowls" in my ongoing war against boring lunches. I'd make brown rice to have on hand, put a little into a bowl and top with leftover chicken or salmon or ground turkey and plenty of veg. Sometimes a little dressing.

Come to find out, I wasn't the only one who loved Bowls and now it's been elevated to an art form called "Buddha Bowls."

Does anyone here make them?

I came across a wonderful blog explaining them and including quite a few recipes, mostly vegetables, a few with a little chicken, etc.

http://fitfoodiefinds.com/2016/01/healthy-buddha-bowl-recipes/

"What is a buddha bowl? Essentially it’s a whole bunch of good stuff in a bowl topped with more good stuff. We’re talking whole grains + lean proteins + tons of veggies + nuts/seeds/dressing. "

Noel7 · ‎03-09-2010

SWEET POTATO CHICKPEA BUDDHA BOWL

bowl

Noel7 · ‎03-09-2010

ROASTED CHICKPEA BOWL WITH CILANTRO-AVODACO DRESSING

BOWL

Noel7 · ‎03-09-2010

TACO BUDDHA BOWL

bowl

QVCkitty1 · ‎05-23-2015

I got bored with the brown rice, and then I found minute rice multi grain medley. It consists of brown rice, red rice and quinoa. It is slightly crunchy, and it is ready in 10 min. I also sprinkle it on my green salads to add a little body and texture. It is a tasty change of pace.

" You are entitled to your opinion. But you are not entitled to your own facts."
Daniel Patrick Moynihan

Noel7 · ‎03-09-2010

@QVCkitty1 wrote:
I got bored with the brown rice, and then I found minute rice multi grain medley. It consists of brown rice, red rice and quinoa. It is slightly crunchy, and it is ready in 10 min. I also sprinkle it on my green salads to add a little body and texture. It is a tasty change of pace.

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Hi @QVCkitty1

I get bored, too. We make or have Chinese food in the house often, so sometimes I use the white rice. I tried quinoa a couple of years ago and we all thought it was bland. Obviously there are ways to fix that, so I just got a new supply.

Where did you find that mix @QVCkitty1 ? It sounds wonderful.

QVCkitty1 · ‎05-23-2015

@Noel7 wrote:
@QVCkitty1 wrote:
I got bored with the brown rice, and then I found minute rice multi grain medley. It consists of brown rice, red rice and quinoa. It is slightly crunchy, and it is ready in 10 min. I also sprinkle it on my green salads to add a little body and texture. It is a tasty change of pace.
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Hi @QVCkitty1

I get bored, too. We make or have Chinese food in the house often, so sometimes I use the white rice. I tried quinoa a couple of years ago and we all thought it was bland. Obviously there are ways to fix that, so I just got a new supply.

Where did you find that mix @QVCkitty1 ? It sounds wonderful.

I buy it at my local Tops market, and I believe that Walmart has it. It's made by minute rice, so I'm thinking it must be widely available.

" You are entitled to your opinion. But you are not entitled to your own facts."
Daniel Patrick Moynihan

Iwantcoffee · ‎03-11-2010

I make brown rice, black beans, and salsa bowl. It does not offer the variety of ingredients as Buddha Bowls, but I like it.

tobes · ‎08-02-2010

What a great idea. I love chick peas roasted.

Noel7 · ‎03-09-2010

@Iwantcoffee wrote:
I make brown rice, black beans, and salsa bowl. It does not offer the variety of ingredients as Buddha Bowls, but I like it.

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Hi @Iwantcoffee

I think the trick is to get some veg on top, too.I know you are getting some in salsa, but maybe add a couple of grape tomatoes, sauteed or fresh red or green bell pepper strips if you like them.