Thai Peanut Sweet Potato Bowl
A colorful bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and a creamy Thai-style peanut sauce. This bowl is naturally plant-based, high in fiber, and perfect for weight-friendly, nourishing meals.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: ~40 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Roasted Sweet Potatoes
2 medium sweet potatoes, cubed
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp paprika
¼ tsp ground cumin
Salt & black pepper
Chickpeas
1 cup cooked chickpeas (rinsed & drained)
½ tsp olive oil
¼ tsp garlic powder
Pinch of salt
Fresh Veggies
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 carrot, julienned or grated
½ cucumber, sliced
2 tbsp chopped spring onions or cilantro
Base
½ cup cooked brown rice or quinoa
Creamy Thai Peanut Sauce
2 tbsp natural peanut butter
1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp lime juice
½ tsp grated ginger
1–2 tbsp warm water
Instructions
Step 1: Roast Sweet Potatoes
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Toss sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Roast 22–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
Step 2: Roast Chickpeas
Toss chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, and salt.
Roast alongside sweet potatoes for 15–18 minutes until slightly crispy.
Step 3: Make Peanut Sauce
Whisk peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, ginger, and warm water until smooth.
Step 4: Assemble Bowl
Add rice or quinoa (if using) as base.
Arrange sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and fresh veggies.
Drizzle generously with peanut sauce.
Garnish with spring onions or cilantro.
Tips
Add chili flakes or sriracha if you like heat.
Swap chickpeas for grilled tofu or edamame.
Keeps well for meal prep—store sauce separately.
Sprinkle sesame seeds for extra crunch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this bowl weight-loss friendly?
Yes—high fiber, plant protein, and healthy fats; just control sauce portion.
Q: Can I make it gluten-free?
Yes—use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Q: Can I make it nut-free?
Yes—use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut butter.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~460 kcal
Protein: 14 g
Carbohydrates: 55 g
Fat: 20 g
Fiber: 10 g