Sweet Potato Protein Bowl
This sweet potato protein bowl belongs to a newer chapter of my cooking, the one where I learned to feed my body well without giving up flavor. I did not grow up eating bowls like this, but I did grow up around people who treated cooking as care, and that is exactly what this is, a colorful, filling meal that loves me back. Healthy does not have to mean boring, especially when you season like you mean it. I make it when I want to feel good and still actually enjoy my lunch. Build your bowl, pile it high, and dig in.
This Sweet Potato Taco Protein Bowl is a flavorful, high-protein meal made with roasted sweet potatoes, bell peppers, seasoned ground beef, cheese, and guacamole. Perfect for meal prep or a quick, satisfying dinner
Ingredients
Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Veggies
- 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 3 bell peppers sliced
- 1 large red onion sliced
- 2-3 tablespoon avocado oil dived
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon galic powder
- teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
Ground Beef
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- water as directed in packet
For serving
- shredded cheese
- guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Prep the sweet potatoes: Add cubed sweet potatoes to one half of the pan. Drizzle with avocado oil, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cumin. Toss to coat and spread evenly.
- Prep the veggies: On the other half, add sliced bell peppers and red onion. Drizzle with more avocado oil, season with the same spices, toss, and spread evenly.
- Roast: Bake for 30 minutes, flipping everything halfway through.
- Broil for caramelization: Switch oven to broil and broil for 4–5 minutes, watching closely, until veggies and sweet potatoes are browned and fork-tender.
- Cook the beef: While veggies are roasting, heat a skillet over medium. Brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain grease if needed.
- Season the beef: Add taco seasoning and water per the packet instructions. Simmer until thickened and flavorful.
- Assemble: Divide roasted sweet potatoes between bowls. Top with seasoned beef, roasted veggies, shredded cheese, and a big scoop of guacamole.
- Serve and enjoy!Pro tip: For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce before serving!