Description
A vibrant and nourishing Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, fluffy quinoa, sautéed mushrooms, fresh avocado, and crisp radishes. This wholesome bowl is packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and antioxidants, seasoned with turmeric, paprika, and a hint of lemon for a bright, flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables & Fruits
- 1/2 Sweet Potato
- 4 slice Radish
- 100 gram Mushroom
- 4 handful Lettuce
- 1 Avocado
- 1/2 Lemon
Grains & Legumes
- 1/2 cup Quinoa
- 4 tablespoon Canned Chickpeas
Spices & Seasonings
- To taste Pink Himalayan Sea Salt
- To taste Ground Turmeric
- To taste Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Sesame Seeds
Other
- 2 clove Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Coconut Butter
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) to prepare for roasting the sweet potato.
- Roast Sweet Potato: Toss the halved sweet potato with 1/2 teaspoon of coconut butter, a pinch of pink Himalayan sea salt, and ground turmeric to taste. Place on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Cook Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa thoroughly. In a small pot, combine 1/2 cup quinoa, 1 cup water, 1 clove of minced garlic, and salt to taste. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes until the quinoa is fluffy and the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- Sauté Mushrooms: Heat a pan over medium heat with 1/2 teaspoon coconut butter. Add the sliced mushrooms and 1 minced garlic clove. Season with ground turmeric, paprika, and pink Himalayan sea salt to taste. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and browned.
- Prepare Avocado Mix: In a bowl, mash the avocado and season with the juice of 1/2 lemon and a pinch of pink Himalayan sea salt. Mix well to combine.
- Arrange Lettuce: Place 4 handfuls of fresh lettuce directly onto your serving plate as the base for the bowl.
- Assemble Buddha Bowl: Layer the roasted sweet potato, cooked quinoa, sautéed mushrooms, canned chickpeas, avocado mix, and radish slices over the lettuce. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of sesame seeds on top for a final garnish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while the sweet potatoes and mushrooms are warm. Enjoy this colorful, nutrient-dense meal!
Notes
- You can adjust the seasoning to your taste, adding more or less turmeric and paprika depending on your preference.
- For a vegan version, ensure the coconut butter is plant-based and substitute any non-vegan ingredients if added.
- Quinoa can be cooked in vegetable broth instead of water for extra flavor.
- This bowl is excellent served warm or at room temperature, making it perfect for meal prep.
- Adding a squeeze of fresh lemon at the end can brighten the flavors even more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion, Healthy Bowl
Keywords: Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl, Quinoa Bowl, Vegan Bowl, Healthy Lunch, Plant-Based Meal, Roasted Sweet Potato, Sautéed Mushrooms, Avocado Bowl
