Rainbow Veggie Buddha Bowl with Tahini Dressing

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A nutrient-packed bowl featuring roasted seasonal vegetables, quinoa, and a creamy sesame-tahini dressing that's ready in 50 minutes. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe (vegan, gluten-free), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 diced medium zucchini, and 1 sliced red bell pepper with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: Roast vegetables for 20 minutes until edges are caramelized and tender.
  3. Step 3: Rinse 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas under cold water, then pat dry. Spread on a separate baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until crisp at 400°F (200°C) for extra crunch.
  4. Step 4: Cook 1 cup quinoa in 2 cups water for 15 minutes until fluffy; fluff with a fork and let cool.
  5. Step 5: Whisk 3 tbsp tahini, 1/2 lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp maple syrup, 2 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp sea salt in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
  6. Step 6: Assemble bowls: layer cooled quinoa, roasted vegetables, and crispy chickpeas. Drizzle generously with tahini dressing and serve immediately.

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