1Tbspapple cider vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2tspgarlic powder or 2 cloves fresh garlic, pressed
sea salt and pepper, to taste
For the Buddha Bowls
1cupcooked brown rice or quinoa
1cupcooked edamame
1English cucumber, cut into ribbons with a vegetable peeler
freshly chopped cilantro
sesame seeds
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Instructions
To make the roasted pumpkin:
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees f. and line 2 large baking trays with parchment paper.
Place the pumpkin cubes in a large bowl. Add in garlic, sea salt, pepper, and oil. Toss well to evenly coat, then transfer to
one of the prepared baking trays. Arrange in a single layer, then roast in your preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until golden and tender.
To make the roasted veggies:
Meanwhile, using the second prepared baking tray, layer the carrots, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle with oil then sprinkle Italian seasoning, sea salt, and pepper to taste. Toss to coat everything well, then roast for about 15 minutes in your preheated oven.
To make the dressing:
Place all dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until well combined.
To assemble your Buddha Bowls:
Divide the rice or quinoa evenly among 4 serving bowls.
Arrange roasted pumpkin and veggies as desired nicely around the bowls as shown in the photos, to be able to see a bit of each.
Fill the empty spaces with edamame and cucumber ribbons.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and sesame seeds.
To serve the bowls:
Drizzle with dressing as desired then dig in and enjoy!