A Simple Buddha Bowl for Dinner—Then Wrap It Up for Lunch

There’s something so comforting about a meal that’s both wholesome and flexible. That’s precisely what this Buddha Bowl dinner delivers—it’s fresh, colorful, and full of flavor. And the next day? Turn those leftovers into a tasty wrap, and lunch is done in minutes.

🌿 Dinner: Build Your Buddha Bowl

This bowl is hearty, healthy, and easy to customize. Here’s what you’ll need:

🌿 Dinner: Build Your Buddha Bowl

This bowl is hearty, healthy, and easy to customize. Here’s what you’ll need:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or jasmine)
• 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup chopped lettuce (romaine or your favorite greens)
• 1 cup chopped tomatoes
• ½ cup yellow bell pepper, diced
• ½ cup corn (fresh or frozen, lightly sautéed)
• ½ cup cilantro, roughly chopped
• ½ cup diced onion (green, red, or yellow—your choice!)
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced
• 1 block of tofu, crumbled or cubed, and sautéed with taco seasoning

Instructions:

1. Cook the Tofu: In a skillet over medium heat, warm a bit of oil and sauté the tofu with taco seasoning until golden brown and fragrant.
2. Assemble the Bowl: Start with a base of rice. Then add black beans, lettuce, tomatoes, bell pepper, corn, onion, and tofu. Top with avocado slices and a generous sprinkle of cilantro.
3. Optional: Add a squeeze of lime or a drizzle of salsa or tahini for an extra burst of flavor.

This bowl is a feast for the eyes and your body. It’s packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and healthy fats. Everyone can build their own just the way they like it!

🥙 Lunch: Buddha Bowl Leftover Wrap

Leftovers are a gift, especially when they make such a quick and satisfying lunch. With just one extra step, you’ve got a Buddha Bowl Wrap that’s ready in minutes.

Here’s How:

• Warm a large tortilla or spinach wrap.
• Spread mashed avocado across the center of the tortilla as your base.
• Layer with leftover rice, black beans, seasoned tofu, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, corn, bell pepper, and cilantro.
• Roll it up tightly like a burrito. Toast lightly in a skillet or sandwich press if desired—or enjoy it cold.

This wrap is flavorful, portable, and perfect for a busy day.

💬 Final Thoughts from Grandma’s Kitchen

This Buddha Bowl and next-day wrap combo is precisely the kind of cooking I love—fresh, nourishing, and practical. What is so lovely about this recipe is its versatility; you can use what you have on hand, changing the beans, using chicken instead of tofu, or spinach instead of lettuce. With a bit of prep, you get two meals that serve your body and your schedule.

From my kitchen to yours,
Michele (The Common Sense Grandma)