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High Protein Taco Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Smoky Beef

High Protein Taco Bowl with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Smoky Beef

Alicia
A high-protein taco bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, smoky beef, beans, mozzarella, and fresh toppings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course High Protein Meals
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Sweet Potatoes:
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1½ tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • For the Beef & Veggies:
  • 1 red pepper, sliced
  • ½ white onion, sliced
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ¼ cup diced canned tomatoes
  • ¼ cup beef or vegetable stock
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Toss them with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, 1½ tsp paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder until evenly coated.
    Sweet potato cubes coated with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, and salt before roasting
  • Spread the sweet potato cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes or until golden and tender.
    Golden roasted sweet potato cubes with caramelized edges on a baking sheet
  • In a large pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced red pepper and onion, sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and slightly golden.
  • Add the black beans to the pan and stir briefly to combine with the vegetables.
    Red bell pepper, onion, and black beans sautéing together in a skillet
  • Add the ground beef to the pan and cook until browned, crumbled, and the thickest crumbles reach 160°F / 71°C. Stir in 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp salt.
    Lean ground beef browning in a skillet with peppers, onions, and black beans
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes and beef or vegetable stock. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to develop deeper flavor.
    Ground beef simmering with tomatoes, stock, and taco seasonings in a rich sauce
  • Stir in ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese until it melts and blends into the beef mixture.
    Shredded mozzarella melting into seasoned taco beef mixture
  • Assemble the taco bowls by placing the roasted sweet potatoes at the bottom, followed by the beef and veggie mixture. Garnish and serve.
    Assembled high protein taco bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, cheesy taco beef mixture, black beans, and chipotle crema

Notes

For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with a plant-based alternative.
Use any vegetable stock if avoiding beef stock.
Add toppings like avocado, cilantro, or lime for extra flavor and freshness.
Nutrition is estimated for the sweet potatoes, beef mixture, beans, and mozzarella; optional chipotle crema, avocado, salsa, lettuce, and extra toppings are not included.
Reheat leftovers until hot throughout; if checking with a thermometer, aim for 165°F / 74°C.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6g
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