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Sweet potato & avocado rice bowl

Name: Sweet potato & avocado rice bowl
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 g of basmati or white rice; 2 large sweet potatoes; 2 tbsp of honey & crushed pistachios; 400 g of minced beef; 1 tsp of Middle Eastern spice blend (cumin, cinnamon, coriander); 1 medium eggplant, sliced and grilled; 1 large red bell pepper; 1 block of halloumi cheese; 1 ripe avocado; 150 g of greek yogurt; 2 tbsp of tahini & fresh lemon juice; 1 clove of garlic; 3 tbsp fresh pomegranate seeds; 1 handful of red onion pickles

This Middle Eastern-inspired bowl constitutes a complete and nutritionally well-balanced meal. Honey-roasted sweet potatoes provide a rich source of complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber, and beta-carotene, while avocado offers heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and essential nutrients. Minced meat supplies a lean source of high-quality protein for muscle maintenance, complemented by grilled vegetables packed with antioxidants and vitamins. Enhanced with a Greek yogurt and tahini sauce, this dish delivers a complete profile of balanced macronutrients, calcium, and sustained energy.

Serves

Prep

25 min

Cook

35 min

Gluten-free

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Method

5 steps

Cooking the rice and sweet potatoes: Cook the white rice according to package instructions. Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and honey, roast at 200 °C for 25 minutes, and top with crushed pistachios towards the end.

4 steps

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