Breakfast Buddha Bowl (Print view)

A vibrant morning bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, crispy spiced chickpeas, mixed greens, and fresh vegetables topped with creamy tahini dressing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables & Greens

01 - 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or kale)
02 - 1 small cucumber, sliced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 small avocado, sliced
05 - 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
06 - 1 small carrot, shredded

→ Legumes

07 - 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Roasting Spices

08 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
11 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Tahini Dressing

12 - 3 tablespoons tahini
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
14 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
15 - 1 to 2 tablespoons water
16 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
17 - Salt, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on one half of the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Pat chickpeas dry with paper towels. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread on the remaining half of the baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking, until sweet potatoes are tender and chickpeas are golden and crispy.
05 - While roasting, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup, minced garlic, and salt in a small bowl. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time until the dressing reaches a creamy, pourable consistency.
06 - Divide mixed greens evenly between 2 serving bowls. Top each with roasted sweet potatoes, crispy chickpeas, sliced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, shredded carrot, and avocado slices.
07 - Drizzle generously with tahini dressing and serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It comes together in under an hour, making mornings feel less rushed and more intentional.
  • The crispy chickpeas are genuinely addictive—you might find yourself snacking on them straight from the oven.
  • Everything tastes fresh and feels nourishing without tasting like punishment.
02 -
  • Wet chickpeas will not crisp no matter how long you roast them—the paper towel step is non-negotiable and worth every second.
  • Make your tahini dressing slightly thinner than you think it should be, since it thickens as it sits; you can always whisk in more water right before serving.
03 -
  • Make a double batch of crispy chickpeas and store them in an airtight container—they're perfect for snacking or throwing into salads throughout the week.
  • Prep your tahini dressing the night before so flavors meld and you're not whisking at 7 a.m. when you should still be sleeping.
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