Sweet Potato Beef Bowl with Hot Honey and Cottage Cheese
A hearty and nutritious bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, savory ground beef, creamy cottage cheese, and a zingy hot honey drizzle.
Ingredients
For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes
- 4 medium Sweet potatoes High in fiber and vitamins; wash, peel, and cube.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Healthy fat for roasting.
- to taste Salt Enhances flavor.
- to taste Pepper Enhances flavor.
For the Beef Mixture
- 1 pound Ground beef Source of protein and iron.
- 1 medium Onion Adds flavor and sweetness; finely chopped.
- 2 cloves Garlic Provides aromatic base; minced.
- to taste Salt Season to enhance beef flavor.
- to taste Pepper Season to enhance beef flavor.
For the Hot Honey Drizzle
- 2 tablespoons Honey Adds sweetness.
- 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper Offers spicy kick; adjust to taste.
For Serving
- 1 cup Cottage cheese Creamy protein source.
- 1 medium Avocado Optional; adds creaminess and healthy fats.
Instructions
Preparation of Ingredients
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash, peel, and cube the sweet potatoes.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the sweet potatoes evenly on a baking sheet.
Roasting and Cooking
- Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until tender and caramelized.
- While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart while it cooks.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
Preparing Hot Honey
- In a small bowl, combine honey and cayenne pepper for the hot honey drizzle.
Assembly
- Assemble the bowl by starting with a scoop of roasted sweet potatoes, followed by ground beef, a dollop of cottage cheese, and drizzle with hot honey.
- Top with sliced avocado if desired.
Notes
Adjust seasoning and spiciness to your taste. Consider using pre-diced sweet potatoes for quicker preparation.