Description
This Ground Beef Sweet Potato Power Bowl is a nutritious and flavorful meal perfect for a balanced lunch or dinner. Featuring roasted sweet potatoes seasoned with paprika and garlic, sautéed green bell peppers, and spiced ground beef, all topped with creamy Greek yogurt and fresh herbs, this dish combines protein, healthy carbohydrates, and vibrant vegetables for a satisfying bowl that is easy to prepare within 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
Vegetables
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
Seasonings & Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder (1 tsp for sweet potatoes + 1 tsp for beef)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get ready for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Toss the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping the cubes halfway through to ensure they cook evenly and develop a nice roasted exterior.
- Sauté Bell Pepper: While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a small amount of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped green bell pepper and sauté until it becomes charred on the edges and tender, then remove it from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Ground Beef: Using the same skillet, increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Break it up with a spatula and cook until the meat is browned and slightly crispy. Season the beef with cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper as it cooks to infuse it with flavor.
- Assemble Bowls: Once all components are cooked, assemble your power bowls by placing roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed bell peppers, and ground beef into bowls. Add a generous scoop of Greek yogurt in the center and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro or parsley for a fresh finish.
- Serve or Store: Serve the bowls immediately while warm. If preparing for meal prep, store each component separately in airtight containers and combine before serving to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based meat for a healthier or vegetarian option.
- Adding a squeeze of lime juice on top adds a refreshing tang to the bowl.
- For extra crunch, consider topping with toasted pumpkin seeds or nuts.
- Meal prep tip: Store Greek yogurt separately to avoid it mixing too early and losing creaminess.
- If you prefer spicier food, add chili powder or cayenne pepper to the seasoning mix.
