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Colorful Thai quinoa bowl with peanut sauce and fresh vegetables on white kitchen counter

Thai Quinoa Bowl Recipe

This Thai Quinoa Bowl recipe brings together fluffy quinoa, crunchy vegetables, and a creamy peanut-lime dressing for a meal that’s as vibrant as it is nourishing. Perfect for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner, this bowl delivers bold Thai-inspired flavor in just 30 minutes.
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Course: Dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, Healthy, Thai-Inspired
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $10–12

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan with lid For cooking quinoa evenly
  • Fine-mesh strainer To rinse quinoa thoroughly
  • Large mixing bowl For combining ingredients
  • Mason jar or whisk For mixing dressing
  • Sharp knife For prepping vegetables
  • Cutting board To safely prep ingredients
  • Meal prep containers For storing assembled bowls

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa (uncooked) White, red, or tricolor
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth For cooking quinoa
  • 2 cups purple cabbage Shredded
  • 1 cup carrots Shredded
  • 1 red bell pepper Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup edamame Shelled, fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup cucumber Diced
  • 3 green onions Sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro Chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves Torn
  • ¼ cup peanuts Crushed
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, tofu, or shrimp Optional protein

Peanut Dressing

  • ⅓ cup creamy peanut butter Or almond butter
  • 3 tablespoon lime juice About 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari Gluten-free option
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Adds tang
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Natural sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil For depth
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger Grated
  • 1–2 teaspoon sriracha To taste
  • 3–4 tablespoon warm water To thin dressing

Instructions

  • Rinse and cook quinoa with water or broth, then fluff and cool.
  • Prepare vegetables by slicing and chopping evenly.
  • Whisk or shake all dressing ingredients until creamy.
  • Assemble bowls with quinoa base, vegetables, and protein.
  • Drizzle peanut dressing and garnish with herbs and peanuts.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so it should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 620mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3400IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 4mg