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Roasted Root & Quinoa Buddha Bowls

This vibrant bowl brings together earthy roasted root vegetables and a tangy, nut-based dressing for a satisfying plant-based meal.

40 min Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 800gSweet potatoes, cubed
  • 300gCarrots, sliced into rounds
  • 3 tbspExtra virgin olive oil
  • 120gBaby spinach leaves
  • 200gQuinoa, rinsed
  • 60mlRaw hulled tahini
  • 2 tbspLemon juice
  • 1 cloveGarlic, minced

Method

  1. 1Preheat oven to 200°C and line a large tray with baking paper.
  2. 2Toss sweet potato and carrots with 2 tbsp oil and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
  3. 3While vegetables roast, boil quinoa in 500ml water for 12 minutes, then drain and fluff with a fork.
  4. 4Whisk tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and 2 tbsp warm water in a small bowl to create a smooth dressing.
  5. 5Divide spinach and quinoa into bowls, top with roasted vegetables, and drizzle generously with tahini dressing.