Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Bowl (Print Version)

Roasted sweet potatoes with fresh vegetables and creamy Thai peanut sauce.

# Components:

→ Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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

→ Fresh Vegetables

05 - 1 cup broccoli florets
06 - 1 cup shredded green cabbage
07 - 1/2 cup grated carrots
08 - 1 avocado, sliced

→ Thai Peanut Sauce

09 - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
10 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup
12 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
13 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
14 - 2-3 tablespoons warm water

→ Garnishes

15 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
16 - 1/4 cup chopped peanuts

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
02 - Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and tender.
03 - Cut broccoli into bite-sized florets, shred cabbage, grate carrots, and slice avocado.
04 - Whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, maple syrup, lime juice, sesame oil, and 2 tablespoons warm water. Add more water as needed until sauce reaches creamy, pourable consistency.
05 - Divide broccoli, cabbage, carrots, and avocado among four bowls. Top with roasted sweet potatoes. Drizzle generously with peanut sauce.
06 - Sprinkle chopped cilantro and peanuts over bowls. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The peanut sauce comes together in two minutes and makes everything taste better
  • You can prep all the vegetables while the sweet potatoes roast, making it faster than takeout
  • The combination of warm roasted potatoes and crisp fresh vegetables is pure comfort food
02 -
  • The sauce thickens as it sits, so add another splash of warm water right before serving if needed
  • Warm sweet potatoes against cool fresh vegetables is part of what makes this bowl so satisfying
03 -
  • Roast extra sweet potatoes on Sunday and they will keep in the fridge for easy bowl assembly all week
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking
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