Description
This Spicy Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Protein Bowl is a delicious and satisfying meal that combines flavorful ground beef with roasted sweet potatoes, creamy avocado, and a touch of hot honey. Packed with protein and nutrients, it’s perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Spicy Ground Beef:
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 avocados, sliced
- ¼ cup hot honey
- Chili flakes
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes – Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil and seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, or until tender and slightly crispy.
- Cook the Ground Beef – In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary. Add all spices to the beef, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Assemble the Bowls – In meal prep containers or bowls, divide roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned ground beef. Top each with a scoop of cottage cheese, sliced avocado, a drizzle of hot honey, chili flakes, and green onions.
Notes
- You can customize this bowl with your favorite toppings such as salsa, sour cream, or pickled jalapenos.
- This dish is great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting, Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Spicy, Ground Beef, Sweet Potato, Protein Bowl, Meal Prep, Easy, Healthy
