Simple Sesame Garlic Buddha Bowl
Try this Simple Sesame Garlic Buddha Bowl recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Simple Sesame Garlic Buddha Bowl recipe, or contribute your own.
- 1 1/2 c water
- 3 t apple cider vinegar
- 1 t oil
- 1/2 t onion powder
- 1 t minced garlic
- 1 20 oz. block of super firm organic tofu (i use wildwo cubed
- 2 t sesame oil
- 4 t minced garlic (about 4 medium sized cloves)
- 3/4 c tamari (or gluten free soy sauce) plus more for se
- 1/4 c tahini
- 1 t toasted sesame seeds
- 1 c chopped cilantro
- 3-4 baked garnet yams
- 2 bunches green or purple kale (i used purple kale f
- 1/2 t pink salt
- Carbohydrate 3.68863000268695 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 11.4758500068169 g
- Fiber 1.45480002807288 g
- Protein 2.64618000215564 g
- Saturated Fat 1.4746400009547 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (109g)
- Sodium 21.5460000175875 mg
- Sugar 2.23382997461407 g
- Trans Fat 0.520707000299889 g
- Calories 122 calories
Step-by-step
- For oven baked yams (recommended): Preheat oven to 425*. Wash yams and cut a slit in the top of each one. You can wrap them in foil, or do as I do, and line your oven wrack with foil and just set the potatoes on that (clean up is easy, just throw the foil away. Bake until yams are soft when pierced with a fork or knife, (usually 45 minutes to 1 hr., 15 minutes, depending on size).
- Prepare Tofu: Add sesame oil to skillet and heat oven a medium heat. Add garlic and saute for 2 minutes. Add tofu and stir with garlic for 1 minute. Reduce heat to low and add tamari, apple cider vinegar, onion powder, and stir. Cook for 2 minutes and then stir in tahini. Simmer on low for another minute, and then remove from heat and cover until ready to serve.
- Kale: Wash and prepare kale by removing the tough, bottom part of the stems, and cut the leaves into bite sized pieces. Just before yams are done, or when you almost ready to eat, prepare your kale. In a large skillet (with lid), heat 1 T of oil, and 1 T of minced garlic, for about 2 minutes. Add kale, salt and water. Stir and then cook covered until kale is crisp tender, about 7 minutes.
- When Yams are ready, scoop out flesh and mash with a fork, add to bowl and either top with kale and then tofu or serve each, side by side. Garnish with a generous amount of cilantro, and sprinkle each bowl with sesame seeds. Serve with additional tamari and/or sriracha sauce to taste.
Simple Sesame Garlic Buddha Bowl: A Weeknight Delight
As a busy working mom, finding time to cook healthy and delicious meals can feel like a constant juggling act. Between school runs, work deadlines, and family commitments, the last thing I want is to spend hours in the kitchen. That's why I love recipes like this Simple Sesame Garlic Buddha Bowl – it's packed with flavor, incredibly nutritious, and surprisingly easy to whip up even on the busiest of weeknights. The beauty of a Buddha bowl is its versatility; you can easily customize it to your liking, swapping out ingredients based on what you have on hand or what's in season. This recipe, however, is my go-to for a quick, satisfying, and healthy meal that the whole family enjoys.
The combination of sweet roasted yams, savory tofu, peppery kale, and the nutty sesame garlic sauce is simply divine. The yams provide a natural sweetness and a comforting texture, while the tofu offers a substantial protein source. The kale adds a vibrant green color and a pleasant earthiness, perfectly complementing the other ingredients. And the sesame garlic sauce? Oh my, it's the star of the show! It's rich, flavorful, and adds the perfect finishing touch to this already delicious bowl. The best part? The entire meal comes together in under an hour, leaving you with more time to focus on what truly matters.
I often prepare the components of this Buddha bowl ahead of time, which makes it even easier to assemble on busy evenings. The yams can be roasted earlier in the day or even the night before. The tofu and kale can be prepped and stored separately in the refrigerator. Then, when it’s time to eat, all I need to do is assemble the bowl and drizzle it with the delicious sauce. It's a perfect example of how a little bit of planning can go a long way in simplifying weeknight dinners. This recipe is a testament to the fact that healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. It’s a delicious and satisfying meal that nourishes the body and the soul. The vibrant colors are visually appealing, and the flavors are well-balanced and exciting.
Ingredients you'll need:
1 1/2 c water
3 t apple cider vinegar
1 t oil
1/2 t onion powder
1 t minced garlic
1 20 oz. block of super firm organic tofu
2 t sesame oil
4 t minced garlic (about 4 medium sized cloves)
3/4 c tamari (or gluten free soy sauce) plus more for serving
1/4 c tahini
1 t toasted sesame seeds
1 c chopped cilantro
3-4 baked garnet yams
2 bunches green or purple kale
1/2 t pink salt
This recipe is a winner for a reason. It's flexible, adaptable, and consistently delivers a delicious and satisfying meal. Give it a try, and let me know what you think!
