Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Ground Beef Bowls
Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Ground Beef Bowls are a hearty and nutritious dish that seamlessly blends creamy cottage cheese, sweet roasted sweet potatoes, and savory ground beef. Each bowl is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures, making it perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Simple to prepare and easily customizable, these bowls provide a satisfying meal that’s both delicious and visually appealing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and diced
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the diced sweet potatoes in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with garlic powder and paprika.
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine the roasted sweet potatoes, cooked beef mixture, and cottage cheese until well mixed.
- Serve in bowls topped with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 bowl (400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg