Description
Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Beef Bowls are a harmonious blend of creamy cottage cheese, savory ground beef, and roasted sweet potatoes, creating a comforting yet nutritious meal. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, this dish is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, these bowls will impress everyone at your table while offering a delightful balance of textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb total), peeled and cubed
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes in 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, warm the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
- 3. Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned (8-10 minutes), seasoning with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- 4. In a large mixing bowl, combine roasted sweet potatoes and cooked beef mixture. Gently fold in cottage cheese.
- 5. Serve in bowls topped with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg