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Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl

Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl: Vibrant & Nourishing Bliss

This Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl is a quick, colorful, and nutritious meal that captures the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Buddha Bowl
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes or butternut squash for different flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper to taste
  • 2 cups Broccoli or cauliflower
  • 1 cup Shredded Cabbage or kale/spinach
  • 1 cup Grated Carrots can be pre-grated
  • 1 medium Avocado or tahini for nut-free
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter or almond butter
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or agave syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil or olive oil
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro optional
  • 1/4 cup Peanuts crushed

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowls
  • whisk

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and sesame oil until smooth.
  3. Peel and dice the sweet potatoes into cubes, then toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  4. Chop the broccoli into florets and slice the cabbage. Mix with grated carrots in a bowl.
  5. Layer mixed veggies in a bowl, topping with roasted sweet potatoes.
  6. Drizzle the peanut sauce over the bowl, adjusting to taste.
  7. Garnish with crushed peanuts and cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 10gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to add proteins like chickpeas or tofu, or swap veggies based on seasonality.

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