Ingredients
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For the Bowl:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and cooked
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, kale, or arugula)
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts or sunflower seeds
For the Thai Peanut Sauce:
- 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1–2 teaspoons Sriracha or red chili paste (optional, for heat)
- 2–4 tablespoons warm water (to thin the sauce as needed)
Instructions
Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
Step 2: Cook the Quinoa
- While the sweet potatoes roast, rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
Step 3: Make the Thai Peanut Sauce
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, maple syrup, ginger, and Sriracha (if using).
- Gradually add warm water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. It should be smooth and pourable.
Step 4: Assemble the Bowls
- Divide the cooked quinoa and mixed greens among four bowls.
- Top each bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, shredded cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, and any additional toppings like cilantro or peanuts.
- Drizzle generously with the Thai peanut sauce and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 14g