Why This Recipe Works for You
Buddha bowls provide a perfect balance of macronutrients while accommodating all genetic profiles. Customize the base and proteins based on your AMY1 expression and dietary needs.
Base Options (Choose One)
- High Carb (AMY1 Friendly): 1 cup cooked quinoa or brown rice
- Low Carb (Keto): 2 cups mixed greens or cauliflower rice
- Mediterranean: 1/2 cup farro or bulgur wheat
Vegetable Rainbow
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup purple cabbage, shredded
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Protein Options (Choose One)
- Vegetarian: 1/2 cup chickpeas or hemp seeds
- Keto: 4 oz grilled chicken or hard-boiled eggs
- Mediterranean: 3 oz grilled fish or 2 tbsp nuts
Simple Tahini Dressing
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2-3 tablespoons water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your chosen base according to package directions if needed.
- Wash and prep all vegetables as listed.
- Prepare your chosen protein option.
- For dressing: whisk tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, and garlic in a small bowl.
- Gradually add water until you reach desired consistency.
- Season dressing with salt and pepper.
- Arrange base in two bowls.
- Arrange vegetables and protein in sections on top of base.
- Drizzle with dressing and serve immediately.
- Mix everything together when eating for best flavor.
Customization by Genetic Profile
- AMY1 High: Use quinoa or brown rice base with extra vegetables
- AMY1 Low: Use greens base with higher fat proteins
- Lactose Sensitive: Avoid any dairy, stick to tahini dressing
- TAS2R38 Sensitive: Reduce bitter greens, add sweet vegetables