Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl

This Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl combines roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa, and fresh vegetables, topped with a creamy tahini dressing for a nutritious and satisfying meal. It's a vibrant and wholesome dish that celebrates the flavors of seasonal produce.

Ingredients

• Sweet potatoes - 300 grams
• Quinoa - 100 grams
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams
• Spinach - 100 grams
• Cucumber - 1 medium
• Avocado - 1 medium
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Peel and cube the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces.
3. In a mixing bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
4. Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
5. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, rinse the quinoa under cold water and cook it according to package instructions, typically 15 minutes in 200 ml of water.
6. Prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber, and chop the spinach.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, salt, and water (about 2 tablespoons) to create the dressing. Adjust consistency with more water if needed.
8. Once the quinoa and sweet potatoes are done, assemble the bowls: start with a base of quinoa, add roasted sweet potatoes, fresh spinach, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber.
9. Slice the avocado and place it on top of the bowl, then drizzle with the tahini dressing. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 500
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 72 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin A and potassium from sweet potatoes.
• High in fiber and protein from quinoa, promoting digestive health and satiety.

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