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What Is A Buddha Bowl?

When you’re exploring your menu options as a vegetarian or vegan, something you’re sure to come across (almost immediately!) is the not-so-humble Buddha bowl! 

A little scroll through Instagram and Pinterest will show you how beautiful these bowls are once put together with all sorts of delicious ingredients, with the bright colours truly a sight to behold. They say that the more colours on your plate, the healthier it is for you - so if you’re after a serious immune system boost right now, the Buddha bowl could be a great choice.

So called because of their big round belly shapes, these bowls are designed to serve as a one-dish plant-based meal where all your major food groups are included and all the nutrients you need delivered in one quick fell swoop.

What’s particularly great about them, apart from their tantalising good looks and amazing aromas, is that no two Buddha bowls are ever the same, so you can keep your weekly meal plans fresh, fun and vibrant… which, as we all know, is absolutely key to sticking to healthy eating and keeping on track.

So what should you include in a yummy Buddha bowl?

In terms of ingredients, you can throw in whatever your heart desires, but you should aim to include wholegrains, nutritious vegetables, some kind of protein (like lentils, tofu or beans) and a dressing to bring it all together and add a bit of zing to proceedings. 

Wholegrains are a great option to include because they will help keep you fuller for longer and you’ll reap a lot more in the way of health benefits than you would if you stocked up on processed grains.

And you can easily make these meals in big batches so you’re fully prepared for the week ahead, ensuring that you can stick to your goals with ease. So there you have it! Give them a go and see if they can revolutionise how you approach mealtimes this week!

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