Tahini Quinoa Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potato & Lemon-Tahini Dressing
This high-protein tahini quinoa bowl combines fluffy quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, cherry tomatoes, baked chicken, and corn, all drizzled with a creamy lemon-tahini dressing. Perfect for a quick gluten-free dinner, it balances sweet, savory, and tangy flavors while being nutrient-dense and filling.
Ingredients
Quinoa Bowl & Dressing Ingredients
- 1.25 cups quinoa rinsed until water runs clear
- 1 cup roasted sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/2 cup corn kernels cooked
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers sliced
- 1/4 cup white onion diced
- 2 pieces chicken breast baked or grilled, sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro torn
- 1/4 cup smooth tahini
- 3 tbsp water adjust for desired consistency
- 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
Preparation & Assembly
- Rinse the quinoa until the water runs clear. Cook with a two-to-one water-to-quinoa ratio. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat until fluffy.
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Toss with a little oil and salt, then roast at 400°F (200°C) until edges caramelize and centers are tender.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and roast briefly, or leave raw for fresher flavor.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and optional spices. Bake or grill until fully cooked, then slice.
- Prepare the tahini dressing by whisking tahini, water, lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, garlic, and salt until smooth. Adjust water to reach desired consistency.
- Assemble the bowl by layering quinoa, roasted sweet potatoes, cherry tomatoes, corn, diced onions, roasted red peppers, and sliced chicken.
- Top with torn cilantro and drizzle generously with lemon-tahini dressing.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Optionally, add a squeeze of fresh lemon over the top for extra brightness.
Notes
- Adjust water in the dressing to achieve a pourable consistency.
- Assemble bowls just before serving to maintain texture and freshness.