Sweet Potato & Ground Beef Protein Bowl with Cottage Cheese
Indulge in a nutritious Sweet Potato & Ground Beef Protein Bowl with Cottage Cheese that’s perfect for any meal of the day. This vibrant dish combines roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned ground beef, topped with creamy cottage cheese and a hint of chili honey for an exciting flavor kick. High in protein and low in carbs, this protein bowl not only satisfies your hunger but also supports muscle recovery, making it ideal for post-workout meals or busy weeknights. Easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this customizable recipe allows you to experiment with toppings and spices to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb (225g) ground beef (lean preferred)
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder to taste
- 1/2 tsp hot honey or chili honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for about 25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned and crispy (about 5-7 minutes), seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Layer roasted sweet potatoes in a bowl, add cooked ground beef on top, then finish with sliced avocado and cottage cheese.
- Drizzle hot honey or chili honey over the cottage cheese before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg