Thai Peanut Roasted Sweet Potato Bowl (Printable Version)
Roasted sweet potatoes, crisp veggies, and creamy Thai peanut sauce create a colorful, nourishing main dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes
01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Thai Peanut Sauce
07 - 1/3 cup unsweetened creamy peanut butter
08 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
10 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
11 - 2 teaspoons sriracha or chili sauce
12 - 1 clove garlic, minced
13 - 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
14 - 3 to 4 tablespoons warm water, as needed
→ Bowl Assembly
15 - 1 cup cooked quinoa or jasmine rice
16 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
17 - 1 cup shredded carrots
18 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
19 - 1/2 cup shelled, cooked edamame
20 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
21 - 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
22 - Lime wedges, for serving
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly coated.
03 - Arrange seasoned sweet potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until golden and tender.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce or tamari, lime juice, maple syrup or honey, sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Gradually add warm water to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
05 - Divide cooked quinoa or rice evenly among 4 bowls. Layer each bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, shredded red cabbage, shredded carrots, bell pepper slices, and cooked edamame.
06 - Drizzle bowls generously with Thai peanut sauce. Top with chopped cilantro, chopped roasted peanuts, and lime wedges.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Colorful and nutrient-packed for a wholesome meal
- Easy to customize for vegan, gluten-free, or nut-free diets
02 -
- Contains peanuts and soy so adjust for allergies as needed
- Use tamari for gluten-free and sunflower seed butter for nut-free options
03 -
- For extra protein, add grilled tofu or tempeh
- Prep sauce and veggies ahead for quick assembly