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Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl

A simple and satisfying dish with roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, creamy cottage cheese, and a sweet-heat drizzle of hot honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the bowl
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (93% preferred) Provides the savory, protein-rich center of the bowl.
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced Adds color, comfort, and a lovely contrast to the savory beef.
  • 1 medium avocado, sliced Provides creaminess and balances the hot honey.
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat) Adds a fresh, slightly tangy creaminess.
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced Forms the flavor base with the beef.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil Used for roasting and sautéing.
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade) Gives the beef a warm, familiar spice profile.
  • 2 tbsp hot honey (store-bought or homemade) Provides the sweet-heat note that makes this bowl memorable.
  • 1/2 tsp paprika Adds warmth to the sweet potatoes.
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon Enhances the roast without making it taste like dessert.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Simple seasoning to round out every component.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 40–45 minutes, stirring halfway.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet, heat remaining olive oil.
  2. Add diced onion and cook until softened.
  3. Add ground beef, season with taco mix, and cook until browned and flavorful.
Assembly
  1. In each bowl, layer roasted sweet potatoes, ground beef, sliced avocado, and cottage cheese.
  2. Drizzle hot honey over the top.
  3. Garnish with chopped cilantro, red pepper flakes, or lime wedge if desired.
  4. Serve warm.

Notes

Small adjustments can be made to ingredients and cooking times to suit personal preferences. Consider serving with a simple green salad or a wedge of lime.