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Vibrant sweet potato taco bowl topped with fresh ingredients and spices.

Sweet Potato Taco Bowl

A delicious and hearty Sweet Potato Taco Bowl featuring roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, pico de gallo, and creamy guacamole.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 2 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the roast

  • 1 large large sweet potato, peeled and cubed Chop evenly for consistent cooking.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the filling

  • 0.5 lb ground beef (or turkey/lentils) Substitute with lentils for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 0.5 cup pico de gallo Can substitute with chopped tomato, onion, cilantro, and lime.
  • 0.25 cup guacamole
  • 2 tbsp sour cream Can replace with Greek yogurt.

Instructions
 

Preparing the Sweet Potatoes

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread the sweet potato mixture evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes.
  • Flip the sweet potatoes and roast for another 10–15 minutes until golden.

Cooking the Filling

  • In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through.
  • Add taco seasoning and a little water; simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

Assembling the Bowl

  • Divide the roasted sweet potatoes into bowls.
  • Top each bowl with cooked beef, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream.

Notes

Tips: Remember to flip the potatoes halfway through roasting for even cooking. Broil for an additional 1-2 minutes for added char, but watch for smoke.
Keyword Healthy Bowl, Quick Dinner, Sweet Potato Recipes, Sweet Potato Taco Bowl, Taco Bowl