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Sweet potato protein bowl recipe with ground beef and colorful toppings

Sweet Potato Protein Bowl – 5 Powerful, High-Protein Meal Ideas


  • Author: Curtis James
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A hearty bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, ground meat, fresh chopped veggies, and tasty toppings. Perfect for meal prep or a satisfying dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound sweet potato, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder
  • 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
  • 1/2 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tomato, chopped
  • 1/4 cucumber, chopped
  • 1 ring onion, diced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
  • Optional: guacamole, sour cream or spicy mayo

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line baking sheet with parchment.
  • 2. Toss sweet potatoes with oil, seasonings, and spread on tray. Bake 30–40 minutes.
  • 3. Brown ground meat in skillet. Add onion, garlic, salt, pepper, chili powder. Cook until onions soften.
  • 4. Chop tomato, cucumber, onion, jalapeño. Season with salt.
  • 5. Assemble bowls with sweet potatoes, meat, veggies, cheese, and toppings.

Notes

  • Use ground chicken or plant-based crumbles instead of beef.
  • Add fresh herbs or different sauces for variety.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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