Easy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Bowl
A high-protein ground beef sweet potato bowl featuring taco-seasoned meat, roasted sweet potatoes, and a creamy hot honey finish.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480kcal
Equipment
- Sheet pan
- Cast-iron skillet
- Blender
Ingredients
Base and Meat
- 1 lb ground beef 90/10 recommended
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 cup cottage cheese can be blended for a whipped texture
- 1 ripe avocado sliced or diced
- 2 tablespoons hot honey
Seasonings and Add-ins
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning blend of chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 0.5 cup corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or set an air fryer to the same temperature.
- Toss the cubed sweet potatoes in a bowl with olive oil, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the potatoes on a sheet pan and roast for 20-25 minutes, or air fry for 15-18 minutes, until edges are crispy and centers are tender.
- While the potatoes roast, heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef until no longer pink.
- Drain any excess grease, then stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, and corn, cooking for 2-3 minutes to marry the flavors.
- Optional: Place the cottage cheese in a high-speed blender and pulse until completely smooth for a creamy 'whipped' consistency.
- Assemble the bowls by layering a base of roasted sweet potatoes followed by the seasoned ground beef mixture.
- Top with a dollop of cottage cheese, avocado slices, and a generous drizzle of hot honey.
Notes
Nutritional information:
Calories: 480 kcal | Protein: 36 g | Carbohydrates: 34 g | Fat: 23 g | Fiber: 9 g
Tip: Allow the roasted sweet potatoes and cooked ground beef to cool completely before packing them into meal prep containers to prevent condensation and maintain the texture of the potatoes.