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Spicy ground beef sweet potato protein bowl topped with cottage cheese and avocado in white bowl

Spicy Ground Beef Sweet Potato Protein Bowl

Hearty protein bowl with seasoned ground beef and roasted sweet potatoes, delivering 35g protein per serving
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt for sweet potatoes
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for sweet potatoes
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder for sweet potatoes
  • 0.5 teaspoon cumin for sweet potatoes
  • 1 pound lean ground beef 90/10
  • 1.5 teaspoons salt for beef
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder for beef
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin for beef
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder for beef
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper for beef
  • 1 cup cottage cheese optional topping
  • 2 whole avocados sliced, optional topping
  • 0.25 cup hot honey optional topping

Equipment

  • Large baking sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin until evenly coated.
  3. Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly crispy with caramelized edges.
  5. While potatoes roast, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  7. Drain excess fat if necessary, leaving about 1 tablespoon for flavor.
  8. Reduce heat to medium and add all spices to the beef. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to let flavors meld and spices toast.
  9. In meal prep containers or serving bowls, divide roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned ground beef equally.
  10. Top each bowl with a scoop of cottage cheese, sliced avocado, a drizzle of hot honey, chili flakes, and green onions as desired.

Notes

Use lean ground beef (90/10) for best results. Don't overcrowd sweet potatoes on baking sheet. Keep toppings separate if meal prepping. Add avocado and honey just before eating. Store components separately for up to 4 days.