High-Protein Beef Bowls
A delicious and nutrient-packed meal combining ground beef, sweet potatoes, and creamy cottage cheese, perfect for busy individuals looking to meet their protein goals.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (preferably lean) Choose lean beef for more protein and less fat.
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning Or homemade if preferred.
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced These will be roasted until tender.
- 1 cup cottage cheese Adds creaminess and protein.
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced Adds healthy fats.
- to taste hot honey For a sweet and spicy kick.
- for roasting olive oil For roasting sweet potatoes.
- to taste salt and pepper To season the sweet potatoes.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and break it apart with a spatula. Season with taco seasoning and cook until browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Assembly
- In each serving bowl, layer the cooked ground beef, followed by a scoop of cottage cheese, roasted sweet potatoes, and sliced avocado.
- Drizzle with hot honey before serving.
Notes
Feel free to tweak spices, substitute sweet potatoes with quinoa for a different base, and consider meal prepping by cooking in bulk. Add greens for extra nutrition.