Description
This Sweet Potato Beef Bowl with Hot Honey and Cottage Cheese is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring air-fried sweet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, creamy cottage cheese, and ripe avocados, all topped with a sweet and spicy hot honey drizzle. Ready in just 25 minutes, this bowl offers a delicious balance of savory, sweet, and creamy elements perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tbsp neutral oil
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Ground Beef
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
Toppings
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 avocados, cubed or sliced
- 4 tbsp hot honey (or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Toss the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes in neutral oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with cinnamon if using. Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air Fry Sweet Potatoes: Air fry the sweet potatoes at 400°F (205°C) for 10-15 minutes, until they are golden and cooked through, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
- Cook Ground Beef: While the sweet potatoes are cooking, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it up with a spoon. Stir in the tomato paste and sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the beef. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned and fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Bowls: Once the sweet potatoes are done, divide them evenly into four bowls. Add the cooked ground beef on top of the sweet potatoes.
- Add Toppings: Top each bowl with half a cup of cottage cheese and the cubed or sliced avocado.
- Finish with Hot Honey: Drizzle each bowl generously with hot honey according to your preference for a perfect balance of spicy and sweet flavors. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of hot honey to your taste preference for sweetness and spice balance.
- Cinnamon on sweet potatoes is optional but adds a warm, aromatic flavor that complements the dish well.
- For a leaner dish, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
- Avocados add creaminess and healthy fats, but you can substitute with any fresh vegetables you like.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can roast the sweet potatoes in the oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
