Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl
A delightful dish that combines seasoned ground beef with roasted sweet potatoes, creamy cottage cheese, and a drizzle of hot honey for a unique sweet and spicy flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (93% preferred)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade mix)
- 2 tbsp hot honey (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and tools: cutting board, knife, skillet, baking sheet, and serving bowls.
Roasting the Sweet Potatoes
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Spread the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast in the oven for 40-45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and slightly crispy.
Sautéing the Onions
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced yellow onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
Cooking the Ground Beef
- Add the lean ground beef to the skillet with the onions.
- Season with taco seasoning and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes.
- Break apart the beef with a spatula for even browning.
Preparing Avocado and Cottage Cheese
- While the beef cooks, slice your avocado and set it aside.
- Prepare the cottage cheese to serve it cold or warm.
Assembling the Bowl
- In serving bowls, layer the ingredients starting with roasted sweet potatoes at the bottom.
- Add a hearty portion of the seasoned ground beef on top.
Adding Avocado and Cottage Cheese
- Gently place sliced avocado over the beef layer.
- Add a generous scoop of cottage cheese beside the avocado.
Finishing Touch
- Drizzle hot honey over the top of the bowl.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, or a wedge of lime if desired.
Notes
Keep an eye on the sweet potatoes to avoid overcooking. Fresh herbs and seasonal veggies can enhance flavor. Adjust spices based on personal heat preference.