Description
Discover the best Buddha Bowl sauces that elevate your meals with creamy, spicy, zesty, and fresh flavors. These versatile, easy-to-make sauces include Creamy Tahini, Spicy Peanut, Green Goddess Yogurt, Zesty Miso Ginger, and Cilantro Lime Sauce. Perfect for pairing with grains, roasted vegetables, greens, and plant-based proteins, these dressings are blendable, delicious, and customizable for vegan or vegetarian diets.
Ingredients
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Creamy Tahini Sauce
- ¼ cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2–4 tablespoons warm water
- Salt to taste
Spicy Peanut Sauce
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha or chili garlic sauce
- 2–3 tablespoons warm water
Green Goddess Yogurt Sauce
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 green onion or ¼ avocado
- Salt and pepper to taste
Zesty Miso Ginger Dressing
- 1 tablespoon white miso paste
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon water
Cilantro Lime Sauce
- ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: For each sauce, add all listed ingredients into a blender, food processor, or mixing bowl, ensuring you have all components ready and measured.
- Blend or Whisk: Process until smooth and creamy, incorporating warmth water gradually to achieve your preferred consistency suitable for drizzling or dipping.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste each sauce carefully and modify salt, sweetness, or acidity to balance the flavors perfectly according to your preference.
- Store: Transfer the sauces to airtight containers and refrigerate. They keep fresh and flavorful for up to 5 days, making them ideal for meal prep and quick use.
Notes
- These sauces complement grains, roasted veggies, greens, and plant-based proteins beautifully.
- Double or triple the batch for meal prepping multiple bowls to save time during the week.
- To make the yogurt-based sauces vegan, substitute plain Greek yogurt with unsweetened plant-based dairy-free yogurt.
- Feel free to mix and match sauces to add variety and new flavor experiences throughout your meals.
