Viral Hot Honey Ground Beef Bowls (Low Carb, High Protein)
This ground beef and sweet potato bowl is easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights when you want something filling without a lot of effort. If you’re looking for a simple dinner idea that feels a little different but still comforting, this recipe is absolutely worth trying.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 531kcal
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef lean
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning store-bought or homemade
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the Sweet Potatoes
- 1 sweet potato about 4 cups cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika optional for roasting
- tsp garlic powder
Toppings
- 1 avocado diced
- 1 ½ cup cottage cheese full-fat for best flavor
- 4 Tablespoons hot honey
Instructions
Cook the Veggie Base
- Toss diced sweet potatoes (or squash) with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and tender.
Cook the Ground Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break it up as it cooks. Once mostly browned, stir in taco seasoning, tomato paste, salt and pepper. Cook until fully browned and slightly crispy in spots, about 7–8 minutes.
Make the Hot Honey
- Mix honey and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Microwave for 10 seconds to loosen if needed. Drizzle over cooked beef.
Assemble Bowls
- Layer roasted sweet potatoes, ground beef, avocado, and cottage cheese. Drizzle with hot honey and enjoy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 531kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 441mg | Potassium: 874mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 8565IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 111mg | Iron: 3mg | Net Carbs: 14g