Description
This Sweet Potato Taco Bowl is a vibrant and comforting dish that combines roasted sweet potatoes with seasoned ground beef, fresh pico de gallo, creamy guacamole, and tangy sour cream. Perfect for a quick and nutritious weeknight meal, this recipe balances bold flavors and wholesome ingredients to create a satisfying taco-inspired bowl everyone will love.
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 4 cups sweet potatoes, cubed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Protein
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey, chicken, or black beans)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
Fresh Toppings
- 1 cup pico de gallo (diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice)
- 1 cup guacamole (mashed avocado with lime juice)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- Optional toppings: crumbled cheese, lime wedges, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Roast Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking and caramelization.
- Cook the Ground Beef: While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Stir in the taco seasoning along with a splash of water, then simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to let the flavors develop.
- Prepare Pico de Gallo: In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice. Mix well and let it sit for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
- Assemble the Taco Bowls: In individual serving bowls, layer the roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned taco meat, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish each bowl with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Add optional toppings such as crumbled cheese or tortilla chips if desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast of warm and fresh components.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey, chicken, or black beans for vegetarian or lighter options.
- Store any leftover components separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days.
- Use regular paprika if smoked paprika is not available, although the smoked version adds a richer flavor.
- For a healthier twist, swap sour cream for Greek yogurt to reduce calories and add protein.
- Customize the spice level in pico de gallo by adjusting the amount of jalapeño.
