🌿 Wellness Wednesday: My Go-To Nourishing Buddha Bowl

I want to share one of my favorite ways to eat when I want something balanced, comforting, and energizing—without overthinking every bite. Buddha bowls are my go-to because they’re simple, flexible, and they naturally encourage mindful eating. Every ingredient has a purpose, and when you put them together, your body feels the difference. This bowl is designed to support steady energy, blood sugar balance, and real satiety—not that quick “full then crash” feeling.

🌿 What I Put in This Bowl (and Why)

🥔 Whole Roasted Sweet Potato
I roast the sweet potato whole, skin on, with just a little olive oil. Keeping the skin adds fiber and nutrients, and roasting it whole makes it hearty and satisfying. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A, antioxidants, and fiber—great for gut health, immune support, and steady energy.

🍚 Quinoa + Lentils
This is my favorite base when I want something grounding. Quinoa gives you a complete plant protein and minerals like magnesium, while lentils add fiber, iron, and slow-burning carbs. I cook them together in the rice cooker with simple seasonings—nothing fancy, just nourishing.

🍳 Protein (Optional, but Powerful)
This bowl is easy to adjust depending on how you feel that day. You can add:

Tofu

Grilled chicken

Ground beef

Eggs or any protein you love

Extra protein can be especially supportive if you’re dealing with hormone shifts, cravings, or energy dips.

🥄 Ingredients (Simple & Real)

Sweet Potato

Whole sweet potato (skin on)

Olive oil

Salt & pepper

Quinoa & Lentils

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

1 cup lentils (green or brown)

3–4 cups water or broth

Paprika, salt, and pepper

Extras

Protein of choice

Olive oil, avocado, greens, herbs—whatever feels good to you

🍽 How I Make It

1️⃣ Roast the sweet potato
Brush with olive oil, season lightly, and roast at 400–425°F for about 40–45 minutes until soft.

2️⃣ Cook the quinoa & lentils
Add everything to the rice cooker and let it do the work.

3️⃣ Build your bowl
Start with the quinoa-lentil base, add the sweet potato, then layer in protein and healthy fats.

That’s it.

✨ Why This Bowl Works

✔️ Supports steady blood sugar and energy
✔️ Provides fiber-rich carbohydrates
✔️ Allows flexible protein choices
✔️ Supports digestion and gut health
✔️ Helps reduce cravings and overeating

🌅 And Yes — This Can Be Breakfast

This isn’t just a lunch or dinner bowl. A savory, balanced breakfast like this can:

Prevent mid-morning crashes

Support hormone balance

Keep you full and focused longer

Sometimes breakfast doesn’t need to look like breakfast—and your body may thank you for it.

🧘‍♀️ A Mindful Eating Reminder

Slow down. Take a breath. Notice the textures, flavors, and how your body feels as you eat. Mindful eating supports digestion, hormones, and your relationship with food more than we realize.

Wellness doesn’t have to be complicated — it just needs to be intentional.

More Wellness Wednesday nourishment coming your way 💛