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Ground Beef Taco Bowl

A delicious and hearty taco bowl featuring ground beef, roasted sweet potatoes, and a zesty sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the sweet potatoes
  • 6 cups diced sweet potatoes (about 2 large potatoes)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1.5 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the beef mixture
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion (optional)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (93/7)
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 ounce packet taco seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1.5 teaspoons minced garlic (optional)
  • 1.5 cups frozen corn
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans (drained and rinsed)
For the toppings
  • 1 large avocado (diced)
  • 1/2 cup mayo or Greek yogurt
  • 2 limes
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha
  • Hot honey (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). On a large sheet pan, toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Spread the sweet potatoes out in a single layer and roast for about 30 minutes, flipping them every 10 minutes until they are tender.
Cooking the Beef
  1. In a large nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until golden.
  2. Push the onions to one side, add the ground beef, and sear it until browned, crumbling as it cooks.
  3. Mix in the chicken broth, taco seasoning, tomato paste, and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat.
Making the Sauce
  1. Zest and juice the limes. Combine the zest and juice with mayo (or yogurt), chili powder, paprika, cumin, Sriracha, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Assembling the Bowls
  1. Divide the beef among bowls. Top each bowl with the roasted sweet potato mixture and diced avocado.
  2. Drizzle with the sauce and add hot honey if desired. Enjoy your tasty meal!

Notes

Choose lean ground beef for a healthier option; turkey or chicken can also be used. Cut sweet potatoes into even sizes for uniform cooking. Other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini can be added for extra nutrition. Serve warm with additional toppings like cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro.