IgAN-Friendly Buddha Bowl
October 27, 2025
This vibrant, nutrient-packed Buddha Bowl is a delicious, plant-based meal designed to support kidney health for those managing IgA nephropathy (IgAN). It combines wholesome ingredients that align with anti-inflammatory and kidney-friendly dietary principles, emphasizing low sodium, moderate plant proteins, and antioxidant-rich foods to help reduce inflammation and maintain balanced nutrient intake.
Ingredients
- ½ cup Quinoa, cooked
- 1 Carrot, sliced into thin matchsticks
- ½ Cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 6 oz Kale de-stemmed, chopped
- 1 can Chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- ½ tsp Garlic
- ½ tsp Paprika
- 2 tbsp Olve oil
Dressing
- 2 tbsp Tahini paste
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Honey or maple syrup
- 2 tbsp Water more if needed
- ½ tsp Sesame oil optional
Pickled Red Onions
- ½ Red onion, very thinly sliced
- ½ cup Water
- ½ cup Distilled white vinegar
- 2 tsp Sugar or honey
- ¼ tsp Salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a mason jar, combine red onion slices, vinegar, sugar, salt, and very hot water. Stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Set aside.Cook the quinoa according to the package's instructions.
- Add chickpeas, 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, and paprika to a bowl and toss to combine. Add chickpeas to a sheet pan or casserole dish and cook in the oven for 30 minutes, tossing halfway through.
- Place the kale in a large bowl and add the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil. Use your hands to massage the kale with the oil. Optionally, you can lightly steam the kale in a pot with a steaming basket.
- In a small mason jar, add all the dressing ingredients, cover, and shake vigorously. Set aside.
- Assemble the Buddha bowl by adding everything to a bowl and drizzling with the creamy tahini sauce. Garnish with hemp seeds and chipped scallions.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.25of recipeCalories: 353kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 0.5mgSodium: 378mgPotassium: 608mgFiber: 10gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 6972IUVitamin C: 46mgCalcium: 187mgIron: 4mg
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