Cottage Cheese Ground Beef Bowl
This high-protein cottage cheese ground beef bowl is flavorful, creamy, and easy to make. With lean beef, roasted sweet potatoes, and fresh toppings, it delivers a balanced mix of savory, tangy, and spicy in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nourishing dinner is perfect for meal prep, healthy eating, or a quick, satisfying weeknight meal!
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper (optional, for easy cleanup)
- Large skillet
- Wooden spatula or spoon
- Mixing bowls
- Chef’s knife and cutting board
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2 teaspoons olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound lean ground beef 90/10 recommended
- 2-3 tablespoons taco seasoning homemade or store-bought
- 2 tablespoons water as needed
- 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 avocado diced
- 4 teaspoons hot honey or regular honey plus a dash of hot sauce
- 1/2 cup pickled onions optional
- 1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapeños optional
- Fresh cilantro chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Prepare the sweet potatoes:
- In a bowl, toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, sea salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast the sweet potatoes:
- Roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and tender. (For a crispier texture, use an air fryer at 400°F for 15 minutes, shaking halfway.)
Cook the ground beef:
- While the potatoes are roasting, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the lean ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned (about 6–7 minutes).
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons water, simmer for 2 minutes to combine flavors.
Assemble the bowls:
- Divide the roasted sweet potatoes among 4 bowls.
- Top with cooked taco-seasoned ground beef and a generous scoop of cottage cheese.
Add toppings:
- Garnish with diced avocado, pickled onions, and jalapeños as desired.
- Drizzle each bowl with 1 teaspoon of hot honey.
Finish and serve:
- Sprinkle with fresh cilantro, add any extra toppings you like, and serve immediately.
- Enjoy your high-protein cottage cheese ground beef bowl!
Notes
Swap ground beef for turkey or plant-based ground for a lighter or vegetarian option.
Use roasted cauliflower for a lower-carb version.
Store beef, sweet potatoes, and toppings separately in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Assemble just before serving for best results.
Make it dairy-free with almond-based cottage cheese or plain thick yogurt.