Hot Honey Sweet Potato and Ground Beef Bowls (with cottage cheese)
These sweet potato and ground beef bowls are one of the easiest and most nourishing weeknight dinners. This simple recipe features roasted sweet potatoes, savory ground beef, creamy cottage cheese, and a drizzle of hot honey. A dietitian's take on a viral favorite!
Servings: 4
Calories: 507.2kcal
Equipment
- Oven & baking sheet (or an air fryer) for the sweet potatoes
- Steamer for the broccoli
- Skillet or frying pan for the beef
Ingredients
For the sweet potatoes
- 600 g Sweet Potatoes (3-4 medium) *diced in 1-inch cubes (*1 medium sweet potato is usually between 150-200 grams)
- 13 mls Olive Oil (1 tbsp)
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
- Cinnamon optional
For the broccoli
- 1 head Broccoli
For the beef
- 450 g Ground beef I used 95% lean
- ½ packet Taco Seasoning *or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning - see notes*
- 30 g Tomato Puree 2 tablespoon
For the bowls
- 200 g Avocado 2 medium
- 460 g Cottage Cheese or 2 cups I used 2% fat
- 40 g Hot Honey or 2 tablespoon
Optional toppings:
- Everything Bagel Seasoning optional toppings
- Cracked Black Pepper optional toppings
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil and seasonings, and roast on a baking sheet for 25-30 minutes until tender.600 g Sweet Potatoes, 13 mls Olive Oil, ½ teaspoon Salt, Cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
- While the potatoes are in the oven, steam the broccoli florets until tender-crisp.1 head Broccoli
- As the vegetables cook, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat (no oil is needed). Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a spoon. Stir in the taco seasoning and tomato puree.450 g Ground beef, ½ packet Taco Seasoning, 30 g Tomato Puree
Assemble the bowls:
- Divide the roasted sweet potatoes, steamed broccoli, and seasoned beef among four bowls.
- Top each with a scoop of cottage cheese, fresh avocado slices & a drizzle of hot honey460 g Cottage Cheese, 40 g Hot Honey, 200 g Avocado
- Optional: sprinkle over some everything bagel seasoning or cracked black pepper.¼ teaspoon Black Pepper, Everything Bagel Seasoning
Notes
- Air Fryer Method: To cook the sweet potatoes in an air fryer, preheat it to 400°F (200°C). Cook in a single layer for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until fork-tender. You will likely need to do this in batches.
- Storage: Store components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble just before eating for the best texture.
- Homemade Taco Seasoning: In a small jar, combine 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon each of ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon each of black pepper and cayenne pepper (optional). Shake well to combine. Store for up to 6 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 507.2kcal | Carbohydrates: 47.6g | Protein: 40.7g | Saturated Fat: 5.6g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 83.6mg | Sodium: 473.3mg | Potassium: 1584mg | Fiber: 8.4g | Sugar: 22.9g | Calcium: 193.9mg | Iron: 3.9mg
