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Discover how to make this nourishing and vibrant Easy Vegan Curry Chickpea Buddha Bowl, featuring perfectly roasted chickpeas, fresh spinach, and a lusciously creamy white sauce. Ideal for a wholesome lunch or a quick weeknight dinner, this Buddha bowl is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. Follow our simple recipe for a meal that's sure to impress!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Roasted Chickpeas:

  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Buddha Bowl:

  • 2 cups cooked brown rice or quinoa
  • 4 cups fresh spinach washed
  • 1 large carrot julienned
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cucumber sliced
  • 1 avocado sliced

For the White Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup raw cashews soaked for 4 hours and drained
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 1 garlic clove
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Roast the Chickpeas: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the chickpeas with olive oil, curry powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
  • Prepare the White Sauce: In a blender, combine the soaked and drained cashews, water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and garlic. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add salt to taste.
  • Assemble the Buddha Bowl: Divide the cooked brown rice or quinoa among four bowls. Top each bowl with an equal amount of spinach, julienned carrot, sliced bell pepper, cucumber, and avocado.
  • Add the Chickpeas and Sauce: Distribute the roasted chickpeas evenly among the bowls. Drizzle generously with the white sauce.

Notes

  • Ingredient Swaps: You can substitute brown rice with quinoa for a gluten-free option or use any other grain of your choice.
  • Customization: Feel free to add other vegetables like roasted sweet potatoes or tomatoes to diversify your bowl.
  • Make Ahead: The roasted chickpeas can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.
  • Nutritional Boost: Add a sprinkle of hemp seeds or a dollop of hummus for extra protein and flavor.
This Vegan Curry Chickpea Buddha Bowl is not only filling and hearty but also aligns with a plant-based lifestyle, making it a perfect addition to your meal planning.
Keyword Curry Chickpea Recipe, Healthy Vegan Dinner, Roasted Chickpeas, Vegan Buddha Bowl, Vegan White Sauce