Hey there, foodies! I’m super excited to share this incredible recipe that’s been my absolute go-to when I need something nutritious yet totally Instagram-worthy for my afternoon pick-me-up. Trust me, this Maple-Glazed Sweet Potato Buddha Bowl is about to become your new obsession!
Y’all, I can’t even tell you how many times my friends have begged me for this recipe after seeing it on my social media. It’s that gorgeous (and delicious)!
What You’ll Need:
• 1 large sweet potato, cubed
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 bunch kale, chopped
• 1 avocado
• 1/2 cup chickpeas
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• Handful of pumpkin seeds
• Your favorite tahini dressing
Okay, ladies (and gents!), let’s get cooking!
First things first, preheat that oven to 400°F. While that’s heating up, toss your sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and pop them in the oven for about 25 minutes.
Meanwhile (multitasking queens, where you at?), cook your quinoa according to package instructions. Pro tip: I like to use vegetable broth instead of water for extra flavor – you can thank me later! 😉
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Now, while everything’s cooking, massage your kale with a little olive oil and lemon juice. Trust me, this step makes ALL the difference – nobody likes tough kale! Drain and rinse your chickpeas, then toss them with some paprika and cumin.
Once your sweet potatoes are almost done, drizzle them with maple syrup and return to the oven for 5 more minutes until they’re caramelized and absolutely divine.
Time to assemble this beauty! Layer your quinoa, followed by the kale, those gorgeous maple-glazed sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and sliced avocado. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and drizzle with tahini dressing. Voilà!
The best part? This bowl is packed with protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs – basically everything you need to keep crushing your afternoon like the boss you are!
Can we talk about how versatile this recipe is? Feel free to swap ingredients based on what you have in your fridge. Sometimes I add roasted red peppers or swap quinoa for brown rice when I’m feeling spontaneous. That’s the beauty of Buddha bowls – there’s no wrong way to make them!
Loves, I’d absolutely love to hear how this recipe turned out for you! Drop a comment below and let me know what creative twists you added to make it your own. And don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more mouthwatering recipes that’ll have your family and friends thinking you’ve secretly enrolled in culinary school!
Until next time, keep cooking and stay fabulous! 💋✨
P.S. If you’re meal prepping this (because you’re organized like that), keep the avocado and dressing separate until you’re ready to eat. Nobody likes brown avocados, am I right?
