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Sweet Potato Ground Beef Bowl | Easy High Protein Dinner

Sweet Potato Ground Beef Bowl

Caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, smoky ground beef, black beans and corn come together with a tangy lime yogurt sauce for an easy, high-protein dinner bowl.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs ground beef (90% lean)
  • 2 large sweet potatoes cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen (thawed)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 green onions sliced

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep potatoes: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. Cut the sweet potatoes into cubes no bigger than 1/2 inch so they roast evenly.
  2. Season and roast: Toss the sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt and pepper, then spread them in a single layer with space between pieces. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway, until the edges are deep brown and caramelized.
  3. Brown the ground beef: While the potatoes roast, heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until no pink remains, about 7 minutes.
  4. Cook onion and garlic: Add the diced onion and garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until the onion softens and turns translucent.
  5. Add the spices: Stir in the cumin, smoked paprika and chili powder, along with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1 minute until the spices become fragrant.
  6. Stir in beans and corn: Add the black beans and corn to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until everything is heated through.
  7. Make the yogurt sauce: In a small bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt with the lime juice and a pinch of salt until smooth. Thin with a splash of water if you prefer a looser sauce.
  8. Assemble the bowls: Divide the roasted sweet potatoes among four bowls, then top with the ground beef mixture. Drizzle each bowl with the lime yogurt sauce.
  9. Garnish and finish: Sprinkle each bowl with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions. Serve while the beef and potatoes are warm.