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Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl


  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

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
  • 12 teaspoons Sriracha or red chili paste (optional, for heat)
  • 24 tablespoons warm water (to thin the sauce as needed)

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Sweet Potatoes

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. 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

  1. While the sweet potatoes roast, rinse the quinoa thoroughly under cold water.
  2. 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.
  3. 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

  1. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, maple syrup, ginger, and Sriracha (if using).
  2. 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

  1. Divide the cooked quinoa and mixed greens among four bowls.
  2. Top each bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, shredded cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, and any additional toppings like cilantro or peanuts.
  3. 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