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Chickpea Taco Buddha Bowl

26 July, 2016 by Giselle Rochford 41 Comments

Remember that chickpea taco salad I promised last week? Well, it ain’t gonna happen. I had all intentions of sharing it this week but I went a little overboard when I was styling the bowls for the shoot and it turned into this chickpea taco buddha bowl instead.

This vegan, gluten-free chickpea taco buddha bowl is subtly spiced, packed with flavour and unbelievably satisfying via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

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What’s the difference between a buddha bowl and a salad? I’m glad you asked because I googled it for ya. According to the internets, a salad is a cold dish of various mixtures of raw or cooked veggies while a buddha bowl is a bowl packed so full that it has a rounded ‘belly’ on the top, like the belly of a buddha.

I’m not sure how I feel about the ‘salads are cold’ definition but I piled all the toppings into this bowl until they were almost spilling out. So I’m thinking this qualifies as a chickpea taco buddha bowl and not a mere salad.

This vegan, gluten-free chickpea taco buddha bowl is subtly spiced, packed with flavour and unbelievably satisfying via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Chickpea Taco Buddha Bowl

And now that that random english lesson is out of the way, let’s talk about what’s really important: the chickpea taco buddha bowl.

Like all buddha bowls, this one is filled with lots of plant-based goodness. I started with a bed of lettuce but any leafy greens would work just as well. Then I topped it with some rice, red cabbage, sliced radishes, tomatoes, avocado and corn.

This vegan, gluten-free chickpea taco buddha bowl is subtly spiced, packed with flavour and unbelievably satisfying via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Finally, I topped it with the chickpea taco filling, which is simple AF but took me more than a few attempts to perfect.

I think the problem was that I usually eat my chickpeas plain or roasted because I think they take wayyy too long to absorb any flavour. So with this one, I wanted to take my time and make sure I got the combination of spices just right.

This vegan, gluten-free chickpea taco buddha bowl is subtly spiced, packed with flavour and unbelievably satisfying via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Luckily, I finally got it right this weekend and this chickpea taco buddha bowl, though subtly spiced, is packed with flavour and unbelievably satisfying. Plus, the chickpeas only need to cook for about 10 – 15 minutes.

Needless to say, this will definitely become a staple in my kitchen.

This vegan, gluten-free chickpea taco buddha bowl is subtly spiced, packed with flavour and unbelievably satisfying via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

If you make this chickpea taco buddha bowl, I’d love to hear what you think. Leave a comment and rate the recipe or take a pic and tag me @ExSloth on Instagram!

More salads and bowls:

  • Wild rice burrito bowl
  • Spinach almond falafel salad
  • Avocado summer squash pasta salad

This vegan, gluten-free chickpea taco buddha bowl is subtly spiced, packed with flavour and unbelievably satisfying via @ExSloth | ExSloth.com

Chickpea Taco Buddha Bowl
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
15 mins
Total time
25 mins
 
This vegan, gluten-free chickpea taco buddha bowl is easy to make, subtly spiced, packed with flavour and unbelievably satisfying.
Author: GiselleR @ ExSloth.com
Recipe type: Lunch, Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 2 - 3
Ingredients
For the chickpea taco filling:
  • 1 - 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • ¼ of a green bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 15 oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning*
  • 1½ tbsp prepared slasa
  • a handful of cilantro leaves
For the chickpea taco buddha bowl
  • 1 handful lettuce or other leafy green
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 - 2 avocados, diced
  • 2 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup red cabbage, sliced into thin strips
  • ½ cup sweet corn
  • Optional: cilantro-lime avocado dressing, tortilla chips for scooping and/or topping
Instructions
  1. Prepare veggies and dressing if using and set aside
  2. Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet then add shallots, green pepper and garlic and sautee until the shallots are translucent
  3. Add chickpeas, vegetable broth, taco seasoning and salsa, stir and bring to a boil
  4. Lower the head and simmer uncovered for 5 - 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas have softened and the liquid reduces
  5. Stir in cilantro leaves in the last few minutes of cooking
  6. Once done, remove from heat and set aside
  7. To serve: divide lettuce into 2 - 3 serving bowls, top with chickpea taco filling, rice and prepared veggies
  8. Store any leftover chickpea taco filling in the fridge
Notes
If you don't have packaged taco seasoning use ½ tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, ¼ tsp paprika, ⅛ tsp garlic powder, ⅛ tsp onion powder, ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes, ⅛ tsp dried oregano and salt and pepper to taste
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Want more meals in bowls? Try this one:

This 30 minute pumpkin falafel buddha bowl is bursting with fall flavour, fibre and lots of plant-based goodness via ExSloth.com

WHAT ABOUT YOU?

  • Buddha bowls or salads?
  • What’s your favourite way to enjoy chickpeas?

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Comments

  1. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    26 July, 2016 at 7:38 am

    Anny great meal in a bowl is a POWER bowl to me and this looks delicious!!
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  2. GiGi Eats says

    26 July, 2016 at 8:56 am

    I have all these chickpeas in my fridge – because there is a restaurant that gives you SOOOOO MANY here in LA when you order a side – and I only eat 3 – 5 at a time because they’re so flavorful… SO I could make this salad for DAYS AND DAYS!
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  3. Brie @ Lean, Clean, & Brie says

    26 July, 2016 at 9:35 am

    So I always make bowls like this with black beans, but I have a ton of cans of chickpeas that need to get put to use with this recipe! Love making bowls for quick and easy lunches during the week.
    Brie @ Lean, Clean, & Brie recently posted…Summer Vegetable Coconut Flour Pizza

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  4. Meah says

    26 July, 2016 at 11:27 am

    I love the idea of using chickpeas for the taco filling. That’s so unique and definitely the perfect plant-based alternative. When I saw the avocado in that Buddah bowl, I automatically started thinking of avocado toast. Now I’m craving a thick, hearty slice of toast, smeared with mashed avocado, topped with the taco filling, and drizzled with salsa. I guess I know what I’ll be making for lunch!

    xxMeah
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  5. Sonja Pound says

    26 July, 2016 at 11:48 am

    Can you deliver please? Looks amazing!

    Reply
  6. ACKTIVE LIFE says

    26 July, 2016 at 12:58 pm

    OMG this buddha bowl looks so good! I didn’t know that it what it meant, but that is a great way to describe it…I like it! I love both, but love all the taco flavors in this bad boy, so I would choose buddha bowl today! 🙂
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  7. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    26 July, 2016 at 2:23 pm

    This looks fabulous! We’ve been eating a ton of bowls lately – Asian, Pizza, Breakfast… this needs to be added to the rotation!

    Reply
  8. Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

    26 July, 2016 at 8:35 pm

    This reminds me of an episode of the podcast The Sporkful where he debated the definition of a sandwich – it made my head hurt hahaha. I think for me I call it a buddha bowl/power bowl if there are grains in it, but a salad if there aren’t.

    Whatever you call this though, it looks delicious. Anything with Mexican flavours and avocado, and I’m sold!
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    • Giselle Rochford says

      26 July, 2016 at 11:50 pm

      haha that podcast sounds right up my alley. Gonna look it up now LOL

      Reply
  9. Emily Swanson says

    27 July, 2016 at 1:20 am

    Wow, I can’t believe it. It’s so providential, because I think I have all these ingredients!!! Maybe tomorrow’s lunch? Seriously, a power bowl like this would probably keep me satisfied for a lot longer than my ‘snacky’ lunches.
    Emily Swanson recently posted…Ellie’s Story: From Skinny to Freedom

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  10. Angela @ happy fit mama says

    27 July, 2016 at 5:25 am

    That is insanely beautiful! And I’m sure delicious. I love power bowls and will make this one asap!
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  11. Liz @ tHe Clean Eating Couple says

    27 July, 2016 at 1:58 pm

    Always love how bright and beautiful your recipes are! This looks great 🙂

    Reply
  12. dixya @food, pleasure, and health says

    27 July, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    this reminds of a place here called – currito that does taco bowl with chickpeas. i love your version with all the vibrant veggies though 🙂
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  13. sarah@creatingbettertomorrow says

    4 August, 2016 at 6:16 am

    I seriously could eat all meals in a bowl…not sure why, is that weird?!? Ive been really into Buddha bowls lately, fresh veggies from my garden, add in beans/legumes, some healthy fat, herbs (I have a cilantro plant too!) and bam…deliciousness! can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
  14. Myra says

    4 August, 2016 at 12:12 pm

    That looks amazing! I love all the colours and the flavours would be delicious too 🙂

    Reply
  15. Theresa@aloveafare says

    4 November, 2016 at 9:40 am

    I did wonder why they were called buddha bowls. Thanks for the explanation and I too love buddha bowls. It’s everything you need. This one looks great! I love all the colors I’m looking forward to trying it. Pinned it! .

    Reply
  16. Mikael says

    28 August, 2017 at 11:13 am

    Can the chickpea taco mixture be frozen? Does it thaw well? Thanks!

    Reply

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