Description
Indulge in the Spicy Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Protein Bowl, a vibrant and nutritious meal that’s perfect for any day of the week. This dish combines lean ground beef with roasted sweet potatoes, all seasoned with a delightful blend of spices that promise a burst of flavor in every bite. Ideal for meal prep or a quick dinner, this protein-packed bowl not only satisfies your cravings but also aligns with your health goals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 avocados
- ¼ cup hot honey
- Chili flakes
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Peel and cube sweet potatoes. Toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes until golden and tender.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef with salt, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and black pepper for 7–10 minutes until browned.
- Assemble bowls by layering roasted sweet potatoes and cooked ground beef. Top with cottage cheese and avocado slices. Drizzle hot honey and finish with chili flakes and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 450g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg