Description
Hearty buddha bowls featuring thai peanut sweet potato blend wholesome ingredients with rich, nutty flavors. Nutritious and satisfying, this bowl delivers global culinary comfort you can savor in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Greens:
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Garnish and Toppings:
- 1/4 cup crushed peanuts
- 1 tablespoon (tbsp) sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400F (200C) and prepare a parchment-lined baking sheet for roasting sweet potatoes.
- Coat sweet potato cubes with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden and tender.
- Simultaneously, prepare quinoa following package directions, ensuring fluffy and well-cooked grains.
- Create the peanut sauce by vigorously whisking peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and water until completely smooth and well-integrated.
- Layer the Buddha bowl components strategically: spread quinoa as the base, then arrange roasted sweet potatoes, chickpeas, shredded cabbage, fresh spinach, and julienned carrots in distinct sections.
- Generously drizzle the prepared peanut sauce over the assembled ingredients, ensuring even coverage.
- Garnish the bowl with fresh chopped cilantro, roughly crushed peanuts, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture and flavor complexity.
- Serve immediately while ingredients are still warm and crisp, allowing the vibrant flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Swap sweet potatoes for butternut squash or pumpkin if preferred, maintaining similar roasting time and temperature.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free version of the recipe, ensuring complete dietary compatibility.
- Prep vegetables and sauce ahead of time to create a quick, stress-free meal during busy weekdays, maximizing efficiency in the kitchen.
- Toast sesame seeds and peanuts briefly to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra depth to the overall taste profile of the Buddha bowl.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg