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Sweet Potato Beef Bowl with Hot Honey and Cottage Cheese

A viral TikTok sensation featuring roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, cottage cheese, and a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle. This high-protein dish provides a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and nutrients, ready in about 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes washed, peeled, and diced into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 pound ground beef lean (90% recommended)
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup cottage cheese full-fat recommended
  • 1/4 cup hot honey store-bought or homemade with chili flakes
  • 1 whole avocado ripe, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • large skillet
  • Small bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash, peel, and dice the sweet potatoes into uniform bite-sized cubes.
  2. Toss the sweet potato cubes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet without crowding.
  3. Roast the sweet potatoes for 25 minutes, tossing them halfway through for even browning and caramelization.
  4. While sweet potatoes roast, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula.
  6. Cook the beef for 5-7 minutes until fully browned with no pink remaining. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  7. In a small bowl, mix 1/4 cup honey with cayenne pepper or chili flakes to taste, adjusting heat to your preference.
  8. To assemble, layer roasted sweet potatoes as the base, top with seasoned ground beef, add a generous scoop (about 1/4 cup) of cottage cheese, drizzle with hot honey, and crown with sliced avocado.

Notes

For meal prep, store components separately in airtight containers for 3-4 days. Sweet potatoes and beef can be frozen for up to 3 months. Substitute ground turkey, lentils, or chickpeas for different protein options. Adjust hot honey spice level to taste. Top with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for extra flavor.
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