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Sweet Potato Ground Beef Bowl

Sweet Potato Ground Beef Bowl: Comfort Food Your Way

This Sweet Potato Ground Beef Bowl combines roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and fluffy rice for a nourishing and customizable meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 large Sweet Potatoes substitute with butternut squash for a different flavor
  • 1 cup Rice can replace with quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option
For the Meat
  • 1 lb Ground Beef substitute with ground turkey or lentils for healthier or vegetarian option
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil can be replaced with avocado oil or omitted for a lower-fat option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika use regular paprika for less smoke or cayenne for heat
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
For the Toppings
  • 1 medium Avocado delicious when drizzled with lime juice
  • 1 cup Tomatoes can substitute with salsa for a kick!
  • 1 cup Cheese try feta for a Mediterranean twist
  • 1 cup Beans great for vegetarian options
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro optional but highly recommended!
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice drizzle on top for an added zing!

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your diced sweet potatoes for seasoning.
  2. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  3. In a saucepan, combine equal parts of rice and water (or broth) along with a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer for 15-18 minutes.
  4. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Assemble the bowls starting with a scoop of rice, topped with roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned ground beef.
  6. Add fresh toppings of choice including avocado, tomatoes, cheese, beans, cilantro, and lime juice.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy your Sweet Potato Ground Beef Bowl!

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are diced evenly for consistent cooking. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.

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