Sweet potatoes weren't considered food in America until 1740s—before that, colonists only fed them to livestock.
Beef & Sweet Potato Bowls
Dive into these hearty Beef & Sweet Potato Bowls, where tender ground beef meets the wholesome sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. This protein-rich meal prep delight is not only satisfying but also bursting with flavor, thanks to a sprinkle of your favorite spices and a drizzle of zesty lime. Perfect for fueling your day, these bowls are as easy to make as they are delicious!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
6
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 6🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- Bell pepper – 1 medium
- White onion – 1 medium
- Sweet potato – 37 oz total (1.05 kg)
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- Ground beef, 93% lean / 7% fat – 2 lb (907 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- Nonfat plain Greek yogurt (Chobani) – 1 cup (240 ml)
- Fat-free shredded cheddar cheese (Kraft) – 2.75 cups (660 ml)any shredded cheese
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- Sriracha sauce (Tabasco) – 40 ml (1.35 fl oz)
📦Other(1)
- Seasonings of choice (salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, etc.)optional
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Peel and cube sweet potatoes, season as desired, and air fry until tender and lightly crispy.
- 2
Brown ground beef in a skillet with seasonings until fully cooked.
- 3
Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with sriracha until smooth.
- 5
Combine sweet potatoes, beef, veggies, and cheese in a large bowl.
- 6
Drizzle sauce over everything and mix well.
- 7
Divide evenly into 6 meal prep containers.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Air fry sweet potatoes at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, tossing halfway through, because the circulating air creates better browning through the Maillard reaction than roasting.technique400°F for 12-15 minutes
- ✓Brown ground beef over medium-high heat (325-350°F pan surface) without stirring for 3-4 minutes to develop proper fond through caramelization before breaking it up.technique325-350°F for 3-4 minutes
- ✓Cut sweet potatoes into uniform ¾-inch cubes because smaller pieces cook 40% faster and create more surface area for crisping.technique¾-inch cubes
- ✓Add vegetables to the beef pan after removing excess fat but leaving 1-2 tablespoons to carry fat-soluble flavors and prevent sticking.technique1-2 tablespoons fat
- ✓Let the assembled bowls cool to room temperature before refrigerating to prevent condensation that makes sweet potatoes soggy and reduces storage life by 2-3 days.timing2-3 days storage reduction
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
6
people
Level
beginner
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Sweet potatoes weren't considered food in America until 1740s—before that, colonists only fed them to livestock.
Beef & Sweet Potato Bowls
Dive into these hearty Beef & Sweet Potato Bowls, where tender ground beef meets the wholesome sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. This protein-rich meal prep delight is not only satisfying but also bursting with flavor, thanks to a sprinkle of your favorite spices and a drizzle of zesty lime. Perfect for fueling your day, these bowls are as easy to make as they are delicious!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 6🥬Fresh Produce(3)
- Bell pepper – 1 medium
- White onion – 1 medium
- Sweet potato – 37 oz total (1.05 kg)
🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- Ground beef, 93% lean / 7% fat – 2 lb (907 g)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- Nonfat plain Greek yogurt (Chobani) – 1 cup (240 ml)
- Fat-free shredded cheddar cheese (Kraft) – 2.75 cups (660 ml)any shredded cheese
🍯Sauces & Condiments(1)
- Sriracha sauce (Tabasco) – 40 ml (1.35 fl oz)
📦Other(1)
- Seasonings of choice (salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, etc.)optional
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Peel and cube sweet potatoes, season as desired, and air fry until tender and lightly crispy.
- 2
Brown ground beef in a skillet with seasonings until fully cooked.
- 3
Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
- 4
In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with sriracha until smooth.
- 5
Combine sweet potatoes, beef, veggies, and cheese in a large bowl.
- 6
Drizzle sauce over everything and mix well.
- 7
Divide evenly into 6 meal prep containers.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Air fry sweet potatoes at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, tossing halfway through, because the circulating air creates better browning through the Maillard reaction than roasting.technique400°F for 12-15 minutes
- ✓Brown ground beef over medium-high heat (325-350°F pan surface) without stirring for 3-4 minutes to develop proper fond through caramelization before breaking it up.technique325-350°F for 3-4 minutes
- ✓Cut sweet potatoes into uniform ¾-inch cubes because smaller pieces cook 40% faster and create more surface area for crisping.technique¾-inch cubes
- ✓Add vegetables to the beef pan after removing excess fat but leaving 1-2 tablespoons to carry fat-soluble flavors and prevent sticking.technique1-2 tablespoons fat
- ✓Let the assembled bowls cool to room temperature before refrigerating to prevent condensation that makes sweet potatoes soggy and reduces storage life by 2-3 days.timing2-3 days storage reduction