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2 sweet potato beef bowls with cottage cheese and avocado
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VIRAL Sweet Potato Beef Bowl with Hot Honey + Cottage Cheese

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Hannah Kling
These Viral Beef Cottage Cheese Bowls combine roasted sweet potatoes, taco-seasoned ground beef, cottage cheese, avocado, and hot honey for an easy, flavor-packed meal. Perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or simple weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients  

For the Sweet Potatoes

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (diced into ½-inch cubes)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

For the Taco Beef

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning (I used Siete mild packet)
  • ¼ cup water

For Assembly

  • 2 cups cottage cheese (divided)
  • 1 large avocado (diced)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Hot sauce (to taste)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Lime wedges (optional)

Instructions

Roast the Sweet Potatoes

  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Add the diced sweet potatoes to the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat and spread into an even layer.
  • Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized around the edges.

Cook the Beef

  • While the sweet potatoes cook, heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and cooked through.
  • Drain excess grease if needed. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the beef is evenly coated and the liquid has absorbed.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Divide the roasted sweet potatoes between four bowls.
  • Top with the taco beef, cottage cheese, and avocado.
  • Finish with a drizzle of honey and hot sauce.
  • Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice if desired.

Notes

  • Ground turkey or ground chicken can be substituted for the ground beef.
  • Add your favorite toppings such as diced tomatoes, jalapeños, shredded lettuce, red onion, or sliced green onions.
  • For a creamier topping, blend the cottage cheese and avocado together until smooth and drizzle over the bowls.
  • Adjust the amount of honey and hot sauce to suit your preferred flavor balance.
  • Fresh lime juice adds a bright finish and is highly recommended before serving.
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