These easy bowls are a protein packed favorite, perfect for any meal of the day.
Ingredients :
1 pound sweet potatoes peeled and diced ½-inch
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
⅛ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
1 cup cottage cheese
½ lime juiced, or 1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ cup cilantro
1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
1 avocado diced
hot honey for serving
shredded romaine lettuce for serving, optional
Directions :
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a sheet pan. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes or until fork tender, stirring after the first 10 minutes.
In a small blender or mini food processor, combine cottage cheese, juice of half a lime and cilantro. Blend until smooth, scrape the sides down and blend again until no lumps remain. Refrigerate for serving.
In a medium skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
Add the taco seasoning and ¾ cup water. Simmer uncovered over medium heat for 5 minutes or until thickened.
To serve, divide the sweet potatoes, beef, and lettuce (if using) into 4 bowls. Add avocado and the cilantro lime cottage cheese to each. Drizzle hot honey
