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Sweet Potato Taco Bowl: Colorful Comfort Food Made Easy

Sweet Potato Taco Bowl: Easy, Colorful Comfort for Everyone

Sweet Potato Taco Bowl offers a delightful medley of roasted sweet potatoes and savory spices, perfect for meal prep and customizable for dietary preferences.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 bowls
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Base

  • 4 cups Sweet Potatoes Cubed, consider butternut squash as an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be a nice alternative.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavors.

For the Protein

  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with turkey or black beans for vegetarian options.
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Homemade blends are a great option.

For the Fresh Toppings

  • 1 cup Pico de Gallo Combine diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice.
  • 1 cup Guacamole Use mashed avocados mixed with lime juice.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier choice.

Optional Add-ons

  • 1/2 cup Crumbled Cheese Monterey Jack adds a delicious touch.
  • 2 wedges Lime Brightens up flavors when squeezed on top.
  • 1 cup Tortilla Chips Perfect for scooping up all the deliciousness.

Instructions
 

Recipe Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Spread sweet potatoes on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef for 6-8 minutes, then stir in taco seasoning and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  • In a bowl, combine diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice to make pico de gallo.
  • Assemble the bowls with roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned beef, pico de gallo, guacamole, and sour cream.
  • Garnish with optional cilantro, lime wedges, and crumbled cheese or tortilla chips.

Notes

This Sweet Potato Taco Bowl is vibrant and customizable, allowing you to mix and match ingredients to create a comforting meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Colorful, comfort food, healthy dinner, meal prep, Sweet Potato Taco Bowl, vegetarian options
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