Ingredients
– 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 cup cooked quinoa
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cup shredded carrots
– 1 cup chopped spinach
– ½ cup sliced cucumber
– ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
– ¼ cup peanuts, crushed (optional)
Instructions
Making the Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl is straightforward and fun. Just follow these steps:
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Toss the cubed sweet potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet.
3. Roast Sweet Potatoes: Bake for 25-30 minutes until they are tender and slightly crispy.
4. Cook Quinoa: Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions and set it aside.
5. Make Peanut Sauce: In a bowl, mix together the peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, ginger, and water until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if needed.
6. Assemble Bowl: In a serving bowl, layer the cooked quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, cherry tomatoes, carrots, spinach, cucumber, and cilantro.
7. Drizzle Sauce: Generously drizzle the peanut sauce over the assembled bowl.
8. Top with Peanuts: Add crushed peanuts on top for an extra crunch (if using).
9. Serve: Enjoy your colorful and delicious Buddha bowl!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 14g