BUDDHA BOWL WITH ROASTED SWEET POTATOES, SPICED CHICKPEAS, AND CHARD

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One of our favorite things to make is Buddha bowls. Composed of four elements: a grain, vegetables, a protein, and a sauce; they're so simple, nutrient-dense, and very pretty to serve.

Provided by Tracy Pollan

Categories     HarperCollins     Dinner     Lunch     Grains     Sweet Potato/Yam     Chickpea     Leafy Green     Chard     Sesame     Poblano     Garlic     Vegetarian     Vegan     Soy Free     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Number Of Ingredients 24

For the poblano tahini sauce:
1 1/2 cups roughly chopped poblano pepper
1 clove garlic, quartered
1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
For the Buddha bowls:
1 cup quinoa, rice, or farro (or any grain of your choice)
2 large sweet potatoes (1 1/2 to 2 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon orange zest
Sea salt
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry or 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Freshly ground black pepper
4 cloves garlic, peeled
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 bunch Swiss chard, red, green, or rainbow, stemmed, leaves cut into 1-inch strips

Steps:

  • For the poblano tahini sauce:
  • In a blender or food processor, combine the poblano, garlic, tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and 1/4 cup water and blend until smooth. (If the sauce is too thick, add water as needed to reach the desired consistency.) Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Set aside. (The dressing can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.)
  • For the Buddha bowls:
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • In a medium saucepan, cook the quinoa, rice, or farro according to the directions on the package.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, orange zest, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix well until the potatoes are evenly coated.
  • Spread the sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes. Flip them with a spatula and roast until the potatoes are tender and beginning to brown, an additional 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the chickpeas, 2 teaspoons of the olive oil, the paprika, cumin, cayenne, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Mix well until the chickpeas are thoroughly coated.
  • Spread the chickpeas on a rimmed baking sheet and roast with the sweet potatoes until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes, stirring them once halfway through.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of the olive oil until shimmering. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes. Cook until the garlic is fragrant, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the chard, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chard begins to wilt, 2 to 3 minutes. Uncover, add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and cook, stirring frequently, until the chard is completely wilted and cooked through, an additional 1 to 2 minutes. Discard the garlic cloves.
  • Put 1/2 cup of the cooked grain in the bottom of each of four serving bowls. Top each bowl with equal portions of the roasted sweet potatoes, roasted chickpeas, and sautéed chard. Drizzle with the poblano tahini sauce and serve with extra sauce passed separately.

Mickelle Pratt
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I'm a big fan of Buddha bowls and this one did not disappoint! The roasted sweet potatoes and spiced chickpeas were especially delicious.


Shanta Monir
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I would definitely recommend it to others.


Oshu Senarathne
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Lala Chohan
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This dish was delicious and healthy! I will definitely be making it again.


Bukenya Saadi
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This recipe was a bit too time-consuming for me. I think I would try a different recipe next time.


Madhab Acharya
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. It's a great way to get more vegetables into your diet.


hashibra Inosuke
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.


Tepoo Dogar
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I'm a big fan of Buddha bowls and this one did not disappoint! The roasted sweet potatoes and spiced chickpeas were especially delicious.


Delvin Gyamfi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! I would definitely recommend it to others.


Rfukil Islam
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I made this dish for my family and they all loved it! We especially enjoyed the chard, which added a nice touch of bitterness to the bowl.


Ahmed Ayman
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I would use less chili powder next time.


Peace TUber
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I'm not a huge fan of sweet potatoes, but I really enjoyed them in this dish. The roasted sweet potatoes were perfectly caramelized and had a slightly crispy exterior. The spiced chickpeas were also delicious and had a nice kick to them.


philomena paynter
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This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I will definitely be making it again!


Angela Bruyere
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I made this Buddha bowl for lunch and it was so good! The combination of flavors and textures was amazing. I especially loved the roasted sweet potatoes and the spiced chickpeas.


fer leon
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This Buddha bowl was a hit! The roasted sweet potatoes were perfectly caramelized, the spiced chickpeas were flavorful and the chard added a nice touch of bitterness. Overall, it was a delicious and healthy meal that I will definitely be making again