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Couscous Buddha Bowl

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 450
A vibrant and nutritious bowl combining roasted vegetables, fluffy couscous, fresh greens, and a creamy tahini dressing.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 0.5 cup couscous

Vegetables

  • 1 large sweet potato (peeled, diced)
  • 0.5 bell pepper bell pepper (diced)
  • 0.5 large zucchini (diced)
  • 2 lettuce leaves lettuce (diced)
  • 8 slices cucumber
  • 3 sliced radishes

Nuts & Seeds

  • 2 tbsp pistachios
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds

Spices & Herbs

  • 1 tsp dried mixed herbs
  • 0.5 tbsp sweet paprika

Dressing & Sauces

  • 2 tbsp tahini
  • 2 tbsp warm water

Other

  • pinch salt
  • pinch black pepper
  • small handful fresh herbs (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F). Roast sweet potato, zucchini, and bell pepper with olive oil and paprika for 30 minutes.
  • Prepare couscous by pouring boiling water over it with herbs; let sit and fluff.
  • Mix tahini, water, and paprika to make dressing.
  • Assemble bowl with couscous, roasted vegetables, greens, cucumber, radishes, nuts, seeds, and drizzle with tahini dressing. Garnish with herbs and season with salt and pepper.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or herbs for added flavor.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Healthy, Vegan, vegetarian