Name: Buddha Bowl Power Menu
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 9 h 50 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 cup raw cashews; 6 dates, pitted; 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal; 0.125 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 pinch salt; 1 tablespoon coconut oil; 1 cup water; 0.5 cup brown rice; 1 pinch salt; 0.5 cup fresh fava beans, shelled; 0.25 red bell pepper, diced; 0.25 cup frozen peas; 0.25 cup diced Swiss cheese; 0.25 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar; 1 hard-boiled egg; 0.5 cup plain yogurt; 0.25 avocado, diced; 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds; 1 teaspoon chia seeds; 0.25 cup frozen blueberries; 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds; 3 jasmine flower buds; 2 cups water

Embark on a culinary journey of vitality with this vibrant Buddha bowl. A symphony of textures and flavors awaits, as protein-packed ingredients unite with invigorating spices and refreshing accents. Indulge in a nourishing meal that fuels your body and delights your senses, complete with cinnamon energy bites and a revitalizing blueberry elixir.

Follow The Directions

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Cinnamon Energy Bites: In a food processor, combine cashews, dates, flaxseed meal, cinnamon, and 1 pinch of salt. Blend until thoroughly mixed. Add coconut oil and continue blending until the mixture sticks together. Roll into 20 gumball-sized bites and place on a baking tray. Freeze for at least 30 minutes. Store cinnamon energy bites in the freezer or refrigerator until ready to serve.

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Rice and Vegetable Medley: In a saucepan, bring water, brown rice, and 1 pinch of salt to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 8 minutes. Add fava beans, red bell pepper, and peas. Cook until rice is tender, about 6 minutes more. Drain if necessary, but do not rinse. Allow to cool completely, about 30 minutes.

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Rice Bowl Assembly: In a bowl, combine cooled cooked rice, Swiss cheese, and artichoke hearts. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, mustard, and white wine vinegar; pour dressing over rice mixture and toss. Transfer to a bento box with the hard-boiled egg.

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Yogurt Parfait: Place yogurt in a separate compartment of the bento box and top with avocado, 2 tablespoons of pomegranate seeds, and chia seeds. Add energy bites to another compartment of the bento box. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

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Blueberry Jasmine Elixir: In a portable drink container, combine blueberries, 2 tablespoons of pomegranate seeds, and jasmine buds. Add water. Refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight. Serve with the bento box.