Buddha Bowls

Adapted from: Chelsae Currie 

Serves: 4-5

Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

1/3 - 1/2 cup dried brown rice
120 g (4 oz) leafy greens
1/4 - 1/2 head cabbage, thinly sliced

1-2 carrots, shredded

1 large cucumber, diced or sliced

2 avocados, diced or sliced

400-500 g (14-18 oz) protein (salmon, chicken, or tofu)

Mayo (2-3 tbsp per person), to season

Soy sauce (or GF) (1-2 tbsp per person), to season

Sesame oil (1-3 drops per person), to season

Sesame seeds, to season

Here's a story about a salad who knew she was going to shine. Let me tell you about her. No one has heard of a Buddha bowl. But they are real! The best part of this salad is how fun it is. Mix and match ingredients that fit your style. Want to add coriander/cilantro or scallions--perfect! Want to sub out salmon for chicken or tofu? Do it! Want less rice one time? Modify the quantity range! I think the key shining ingredients are shredded cabbage, sesame, avocado, and soy sauce. Not everyone likes mayo, but I highly recommend a good quality mayo on the side (vegan version for those who don't eat eggs). I didn't have rice this time, but it is a great addition for it to feel extra filling. 

I love this recipe because it has a basic ingredient list and can be adjusted per the mood. Additionally, it tastes so fresh and filling! I would nearly akin it to a poke bowl, for those familiar. Be sure to comment with any promising additional ingredients or modifications! 

Ingredients:

1/3 - 1/2 cup dried brown rice
120 g (4 oz) leafy greens
1/4 - 1/2 head cabbage, thinly sliced

1-2 carrots, shredded

1 large cucumber, diced or sliced

2 avocados, diced or sliced

400-500 g (14-18 oz) protein (salmon, chicken, or tofu)

Mayo (2-3 tbsp per person), to season

Soy sauce (or GF) (1-2 tbsp per person), to season

Sesame oil (1-3 drops per person), to season

Sesame seeds, to season

Directions:

1. Cook the brown rice in your favourite method. Set aside to cool. 

2. Meanwhile, prepare and plate the leafy greens, cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and avocado on a platter or share plate. 

3. Prepare the protein by your preferred method. 

4. Build individual Buddha bowls starting with rice, leafy greens, and cabbage and layering additional ingredients as desired. Serve immediately.