Roasted Sweet Potato & Chickpea Buddha Bowl
This bowl is vibrant, wholesome, and nutrient-packed. Roasted sweet potatoes and crispy chickpeas are served over greens and quinoa or brown rice, drizzled with a tangy tahini-lemon dressing. A balanced Mediterranean meal for lunch or dinner that keeps you full and energized.
Prep: 10 minutes
Roast: 25–30 minutes
Assemble: 5 minutes
Total: 40–45 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Roasted Sweet Potato & Chickpeas
1 medium sweet potato, diced
1 cup cooked or canned chickpeas, drained & rinsed
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
Salt & pepper
Bowl Base
1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, lettuce)
½ cucumber, diced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 tbsp pumpkin seeds or sesame seeds
Tahini-Lemon Dressing
2 tbsp tahini
Juice of ½ lemon
1 tsp olive oil
2–3 tbsp water to thin
Pinch of salt & black pepper
Instructions
Roast Sweet Potato & Chickpeas
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F)
Toss sweet potato and chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt & pepper
Spread on a baking tray and roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until sweet potato is tender and chickpeas are slightly crispy
Prepare Dressing
Whisk tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, water, salt & pepper until smooth
Assemble Bowl
Divide quinoa or rice between bowls
Top with mixed greens, roasted sweet potato, roasted chickpeas, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes
Drizzle tahini dressing
Sprinkle seeds if using
Serve
Enjoy warm or at room temperature
Optional: add avocado slices for extra healthy fats
Tips
Roast veggies on a single layer for even cooking
Use pre-cooked chickpeas for faster prep
Add herbs like parsley or cilantro for extra Mediterranean flavor
Perfect for meal prep — store components separately and combine before eating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this weight-loss friendly?
Yes — fiber from chickpeas and sweet potato keeps you full; moderate healthy fat from tahini
Can I make it vegan?
Yes — fully plant-based
Can I increase protein?
Yes — add grilled chicken, baked tofu, or extra chickpeas
Can it be made ahead?
Yes — store roasted sweet potato, chickpeas, and grains separately; assemble when ready
Nutritional Information
Calories: 380 kcal
Protein: 14 g
Carbs: 55 g
Fat: 12 g
Fiber: 10 g