If you’re craving an anti-inflammatory bowl that’s comforting, filling, and realistic for busy nights, this plant-based glow bowl checks all the boxes. It’s built with warm roasted veggies, hearty grains, and finished with a creamy tahini yogurt sauce that pulls everything together.
This is the kind of meal that makes you feel good and satisfi
Before You Start
This bowl is flexible. Use what you have, roast everything together, and let the sauce do the heavy lifting.
Ingredients
For the bowl
- Sweet potatoes, cubed
- Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- Broccoli florets or cauliflower
- Cooked quinoa or brown rice
- Olive oil
- Turmeric
- Smoked paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
For the tahini yogurt sauce
- Tahini
- Plain plant-based yogurt
- Lemon juice
- Maple syrup
- Garlic (minced or powder)
- Salt
- Water to thin
Instructions
- Roast the veggies
Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and broccoli with olive oil, turmeric, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Roast for 25–30 minutes until tender and golden at the edges. - Warm the grains
Heat quinoa or rice until fluffy and hot. This helps the bowl feel cozy, not cold. - Make the sauce
Whisk tahini, yogurt, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic, and salt. Add water slowly until creamy and drizzleable. - Assemble
Start with grains, top with roasted veggies, then spoon generously with tahini yogurt sauce.
Why This Works for Busy Nights
- Everything roasts on one pan
- Make-ahead friendly
- Filling without feeling heavy
- Kid-adjustable flavors
Variations
- Add roasted salmon or chicken for extra protein
- Swap quinoa for farro or couscous
- Add avocado or leafy greens
Storage & Reheat
Store components separately up to 4 days. Reheat bowls warm, then add sauce fresh.
FAQ
Can I make this oil-free?
Yes—use parchment and roast without oil.
Is this good for meal prep?
Absolutely. Keep sauce separate.
What yogurt works best?
Unsweetened almond or coconut yogurt works great.
Warm Closing
This glow bowl is proof that healthy dinners can still feel cozy and satisfying.
