Beef Sweet Potato Bowl (Printable Version)

Seasoned beef with roasted sweet potatoes, fresh vegetables, and creamy toppings in a hearty gluten-free bowl.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound ground beef, 90% lean recommended

→ Vegetables

02 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small red onion, sliced
05 - 2 cups baby spinach
06 - 1 avocado, sliced

→ Spices & Seasonings

07 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Toppings

13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - 4 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
15 - Lime wedges

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F for roasting sweet potatoes.
02 - Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
03 - While sweet potatoes roast, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and diced bell pepper; sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
04 - Add ground beef, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Cook while breaking up the meat until browned and fully cooked, approximately 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
05 - Stir in baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until just wilted.
06 - Divide roasted sweet potatoes among four bowls. Top with beef and vegetable mixture, avocado slices, and any desired toppings including fresh cilantro, Greek yogurt, and lime wedges.
07 - Serve immediately while warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasted sweet potatoes get these caramelized edges that make everything else taste better
  • You can prep the vegetables in advance and have dinner on the table in under 30 minutes
  • The combination of warm spiced beef and cool fresh avocado hits every craving
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet or they will steam instead of roast
  • The beef mixture keeps well in the fridge for three days and actually tastes better the next day
03 -
  • Cut your sweet potatoes into uniform 1/2 inch cubes so they all finish roasting at the same time
  • Taste the beef mixture before adding the spinach and adjust the spices if needed

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