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Ground Beef Sweet Potato Taco Bowl

Ground Beef Sweet Potato Taco Bowl That's Simply Irresistible

This Ground Beef Sweet Potato Taco Bowl is a wholesome dish packed with flavor, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Bowl
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with turkey or plant-based meat.
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Can be replaced with butternut squash or regular potatoes.
  • 2 cups Rice or Lettuce Base options; consider quinoa or cauliflower rice for low-carb.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Taco Seasoning Adjust according to spice preference.
  • 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper Use sparingly for milder taste.
For the Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup Lime Crema Greek yogurt or sour cream can be substitutes.
For Fresh Toppings
  • 1 medium Avocado Creamy addition for richness.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Use according to personal taste.
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Halved cherry tomatoes work well.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and cut 2 medium sweet potatoes into bite-sized chunks.
  2. Toss sweet potato chunks with olive oil, salt, and spices. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes.
  3. In a skillet, brown 1 lb of ground beef for 5-7 minutes, then add taco seasoning and a splash of water.
  4. Whisk ½ cup of crema with the juice and zest of 1 lime. Adjust consistency if needed.
  5. Assemble bowls with base of choice, topped with seasoned beef and roasted sweet potatoes.
  6. Drizzle lime crema and sprinkle with avocado, cilantro, and tomatoes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, store leftover components separately and add fresh toppings just before serving.

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