Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Bowl (Printable version)

Nourishing bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, fresh vegetables, and tangy Thai peanut dressing

# Needed ingredients:

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Fresh Vegetables

05 - 1 cup broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
06 - 1 cup shredded green cabbage
07 - 1/2 cup grated carrots
08 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced

→ Garnishes

09 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
10 - 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts

→ Thai Peanut Sauce

11 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
12 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
13 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
14 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
15 - 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
16 - 2-3 tablespoons warm water

# How to make it:

01 - Set oven to 400°F to prepare for roasting sweet potatoes.
02 - Place diced sweet potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and fork-tender.
03 - While potatoes roast, cut broccoli into small florets. Shred cabbage finely. Grate carrots using a box grater. Slice avocado into thin strips. Keep vegetables refrigerated until assembly.
04 - Combine peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, and sesame oil in a medium bowl. Whisk vigorously until smooth. Gradually add 2 tablespoons warm water, continuing to whisk until sauce reaches a pourable consistency. Add more water as needed to achieve desired thickness.
05 - Divide broccoli, cabbage, carrots, and avocado evenly among four large bowls. Arrange in sections for visual appeal. Top each bowl with an equal portion of roasted sweet potatoes.
06 - Drizzle generously with Thai peanut sauce. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and chopped peanuts. Serve immediately while sweet potatoes are still warm.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The peanut sauce comes together in minutes but tastes like it simmered for hours
  • Everything can be prepped ahead so weeknight dinners become assembly only
  • The roasted sweet potatoes get these caramelized edges that make the whole bowl feel indulgent
02 -
  • The peanut sauce thickens as it sits, so always add more warm water right before serving if needed
  • Roasting the sweet potatoes until they have some golden edges is what makes this bowl feel special
  • Slicing the avocado right before serving prevents it from browning in the bowl
03 -
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup
  • Warm your peanut butter slightly in the microwave if it is too stiff to whisk easily
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