Name: Sweet Potato Tofu Buddha Bowl
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Ingredients: 4 cups baby arugula; 4 cups baby spinach or kale; 1 Fuji apple, diced; 1 medium sweet potato, cubed; 1 (12-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed; 1 cup cooked quinoa; ½ cup almonds or pumpkin seeds; ⅓ cup dried cranberries; Sliced avocado; Oil-free vinaigrette of choice; Sea salt, to taste; Onion powder to taste; Garlic powder to taste; Smoked paprika to taste; Black pepper or lemon pepper to taste; Chili powder to taste (optional)

Recipes » Main Dish » Sweet Potato Tofu Buddha Bowl

By Colleen Alexander, MA

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This crowd-pleasing salad buddha bowl strikes a great balance between a wide variety of vibrant flavors. The peppery freshness of the arugula pairs wonderfully with the smoothness of the avocado. Add to that the heartiness of the sweet potato and a healthy scoop of quinoa, and it’s quite filling too!

Prep: 10 mins Cook: 30 mins Yield: 1–2 servings

Gluten Free Low Sugar

Ingredients

4 cups baby arugula
4 cups baby spinach or kale
1 Fuji apple, diced
1 medium sweet potato, cubed
1 (12-ounce) package extra-firm tofu, drained and cubed
1 cup cooked quinoa
½ cup almonds or pumpkin seeds
⅓ cup dried cranberries
Sliced avocado
Oil-free vinaigrette of choice
Sea salt, to taste
Onion powder to taste
Garlic powder to taste
Smoked paprika to taste
Black pepper or lemon pepper to taste
Chili powder to taste (optional)

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Instructions

How to Make the Tofu

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Season tofu with sea salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper or lemon pepper.
3. Place tofu on a baking sheet, leaving space between each cube.
4. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping cubes halfway through.

How to Make the Sweet Potato

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Season sweet potato cubes with sea salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder (if using).
3. Spread the cubes onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20–30 minutes, or until tender enough to easily pierce with a fork.
4. Allow to cool slightly.

Buddha Bowl Assembly

1. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and toss well to mix.
2. Serve immediately.

Cooking Tips

1. The tofu and sweet potato can be cooked on the same baking sheet (if large enough), but arrange them separately and be careful to remove each ingredient when done, as they may have different bake times.
2. Try using one of our dressings or sauces such as the All-Purpose Vinaigrette or the Italian Vinaigrette .