5 Vegan Bowl Recipes

Craving something delicious does not mean eating unhealthy or less nutritious food. Here are some super nutritious rice bowl recipes for you.

 

1.Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl

Buddha bowls are truly blessed with the goodness of health and nutrition. Starch, carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins come together to form an excellent palate-pleasing dish, err, bowl! Thai sauce has a unique sharp taste which mellows down with the use of peanut and potatoes. Let's go to the recipe to and start preparing for this bowl. 

• YIELDS: 2 servings
• PREP TIME: 0 hours 14 mins
• COOK TIME: 0 hours 15 mins
• TOTAL TIME: 0 hours 29 mins

  What Ingredients You Will Need?

• 4 cups sweet potato peeled & small dice
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tsp fresh rosemary chopped
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup quinoa cooked
• ½ cup carrots shredded
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro
• ¼ cup peanuts chopped

Peanut Sauce

• 1 ½ cups coconut milk
• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• ¼ cup Thai red curry paste
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice

Let’s Read The Procedure

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C
2. Toss the sweet potatoes and garlic with the olive oil, rosemary, cinnamon, salt and pepper.
3. Spread into an even layer on a baking sheet.
4. Place in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes.
5. While the potatoes are roasting, prepare the peanut sauce by combining all of the ingredients in a large blender or food processor.
6. Distribute the roasted sweet potatoes, cooked quinoa, carrots, cilantro and peanuts between two bowls.
7. Drizzle the peanut sauce over the bowls

Nutritional Information (per serving):

calories	1051 (approx)
Total fat (Saturated)	44 g (9 g)
protein	22 g
sodium	250 mg
carb	17 g
fiber	6 g

2. Easy Roasted Veggies and Tempeh Bowl Recipe

Tempeh is a traditionally prepared soy product, originated from Indonesia. It is super rich in Proteins, Fiber and Iron content. Adding tempeh to any kind of dish makes it delightful, and especially if it is fried! Like tofu, tempeh has its own mealy cheesy taste as it is made in controlled temperatures. Let's find out how to make a homestyle tempeh bowl!

• YIELDS: 1 serving
• PREP TIME: 0 hours 20 mins
• COOK TIME: 0 hours 10 mins
• TOTAL TIME: 0 hours 30 mins

What Ingredients You Will Need?

• 1 cup. baby spinach
• 1/2 cup. shredded red cabbage
• 1/2 cup. Quinoa
• 1 cup. assorted roasted veggies
• 1 piece roasted tempeh 
• 2 tbsp. Chopped cilantro
• 1/4 tsp. toasted sesame oil
• Sliced radishes
• lime wedge 

Let’s Read The Procedure

1. Fill a bowl with baby spinach, shredded red cabbage, cooked quinoa, and assorted roasted veggies (we used ½ cup each tomato and broccoli).
2. Top with roasted tempeh and chopped cilantro; drizzle with toasted sesame oil.
3. Heat in microwave.
4. Garnish with sliced radishes and a lime wedge.
5. Want a change? Garnish with scallions or snow peas instead of radishes.

 

 

Nutritional Information (per serving):

calories	371 (approx)
Total fat (Saturated)	14 g (3 g)
protein	21  g
sodium	450 mg
carb	26 g
fiber	9 g

3.Crispy Tofu Bowl

Bowls are an eye-pleasing and pallet- pleasing if you are well prepped. They have hardly anything to cook and you do not have to over think while serving. Put it anyways in a bowl it will form a beautiful painting! Bowl meals are powered by vitamins and minerals and are easy to fulfil your daily nutrition needs. In this bowl crispy fried tofu is the star and do not worry about calories there are barely any! So get started with this recipe now!

• YIELDS: 4 servings
• PREP TIME: 0 hours 5 mins
• COOK TIME: 0 hours 25 mins
• TOTAL TIME: 0 hours 30 mins

What Ingredients You Will Need?

• 14 oz. extra-firm tofu
• 1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup. red wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup. Thai sweet chili sauce
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 seedless cucumber, chopped
• 3 tbsp. cornstarch
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1 cup. quinoa, cooked
• 2 tbsp. roasted cashew halves
• Parsley leaves, for garnish

Let’s Read The Procedure

1. Slice tofu 1/4 inch thick. Place on cutting board between paper towels; top with baking sheet. Top with large cans or other weight; let stand 10 minutes. 
2. Soak the red onion in cold water.
3. Whisk red wine vinegar and Thai sweet chili sauce, olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt. 
4. Pat onion dry; toss with half of vinaigrette and cucumber.
5. Sprinkle tofu on both sides with cornstarch. In 12-inch skillet, heat vegetable oil on medium-high until hot. Carefully add tofu. Cook until deep golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
6. Divide quinoa among 4 bowls. Top each with salad, roasted cashew halves, parsley leaves and tofu.

Kitchen Tip: Love your tofu extra crispy? Let stand 30 minutes instead of 10.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

calories	440 (approx)
Total fat (Saturated)	20 g (2 g)
protein	18 g
sodium	250 mg
carb	310 g
fiber	5 g

4. Roasted Squash and Pumpkin Seed Mole Bowls

You will never touch meat after eating this meaty roasted squash. Get your hands dirty with squash and enjoy a hearty, spicy dish. Let's get going with this quick and easy recipe.

• YIELDS: 4 servings
• PREP TIME: 0 hours 10 mins
• COOK TIME: 0 hours 40 mins
• TOTAL TIME: 0 hours 50 mins

What Ingredients You Will Need?

• 1 large butternut squash, peeled and cut into 1" chunks
• 3 tbsp. olive oil
• 1/2 cup. raw shelled pumpkin seeds, plus more for garnish
• 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
• 1/2 onion, cut into wedges
• 2 tomatillos, husked and halved
• 2 cloves garlic, halved
• 1 jalapeno chile, sliced
• 3/4 cup. vegetable stock
• 1/2 cup. coconut milk
• 1/2 cup. parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup. packed cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
• Lime wedges, for garnish
• Cooked rice, for serving

Let’s Read The Procedure

1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees C. Toss squash with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. 
2. Arrange on baking sheet; roast 35 to 40 minutes or until squash is tender, stirring occasionally.
3. Meanwhile, in a skillet, toast pumpkin seeds, cumin seed and oregano on medium 3 minutes or until fragrant, stirring. Remove from heat; set aside. 
4. In the same skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil on medium. Add onion, tomatillos, garlic and jalapeno; cook 5 minutes or until lightly browned.
5. Place vegetables, pumpkin seeds and spice mixture in blender or food processor. Pulse a few times; then add the stock, coconut milk, parsley, cilantro, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
6. Process until smooth. Makes 3 cups.
7. Return mixture to skillet; simmer on medium stirring often, 15 to 20 minutes or until slightly thickened. 
8. Divide rice and squash among 4 bowls; dollop with sauce. Serve remaining sauce on the side. 
9. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

calories	440 (approx)
Total fat (Saturated)	19 g (6 g)
protein	10 g
sodium	650 mg
carb	60 g
fiber	5 g

5. Peanut Butter Acai Bowl

Acai bowls look like ice cream and taste like ice cream too. This bowl is a perfect option over a normal breakfast. Acai bowls are high in antioxidants which are a good start to a perfect day. Acai bowls are not only pretty and cute but they are healthy and nutritious too; You have to try this and find it out for yourself!

• YIELDS: 2 servings
• PREP TIME: 0 hours 10 mins
• COOK TIME: 0 hours 5 mins
• TOTAL TIME: 0 hours 15 mins

What Ingredients You Will Need?

• 2 frozen Acai Berry Packs
• 1 cup coconut milk or your favourite milk
• 2 cups fresh or frozen strawberries
• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
• 2 super ripe bananas
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter
• 1 tablespoon vegan honey + more for serving
• Granola seeds, berries/stone fruits, edible flowers and peanut butter, for topping

Let’s Read The Procedure

1. Run the frozen acai berry packs under hot water and then squeeze them out into a blender. 
2. To the blender, add the coconut milk, berries, bananas, vegan honey, peanut butter and vanilla. 
3. Blend until completely smooth. Pour the smoothie into a bowl. 
4. Top with your desired toppings.

 

Nutritional Information (per serving):

calories	959 (approx)
Total fat (Saturated)	29 g (2 g)
protein	32 g
sodium	50 mg
carb	21 g
fiber	9 g

Bowl recipes are easy to prepare and to eat. They save time and at the same time they taste amazing. So do try these recipes and let us know which one tastes better for you.