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High Protein Beef & Sweet Potato Bowls - A Satisfying, Simple Meal Prep Favorite

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds lean ground beef (90–93% lean)
  • 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds total)
  • 1 large red onion
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder or chipotle powder (optional for heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or 5%)
  • 1 tablespoon tahini (or mayonnaise if you prefer)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
  • Cooked quinoa or brown rice (optional for extra carbs)
  • Avocado (optional for healthy fats)

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven: Preheat to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment for easy cleanup.
  2. Prep the sweet potatoes: Peel if you like, then cut into 1/2-inch cubes. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, half the salt, and half the pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  3. Roast: Bake sweet potatoes for 15 minutes. Stir, add the broccoli florets to the same sheet (tossed with a drizzle of oil and a pinch of salt), and roast 10–12 minutes more, until tender with light browning.
  4. Chop the veggies: While roasting, dice the red onion and red bell pepper. Mince the garlic.
  5. Brown the beef: Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the ground beef. Cook, breaking it up, for 4–6 minutes until mostly browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  6. Season the beef: Add onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook 3–4 minutes, stirring, until softened. Add garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and oregano. Cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Build flavor: Stir in tomato paste and soy sauce. Cook 1–2 minutes, letting the tomato paste darken slightly. Taste and season with more salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, honey, a pinch of salt, and a splash of water until smooth and drizzleable. Adjust acidity and sweetness to taste.
  9. Assemble the bowls: Divide roasted sweet potatoes and broccoli among 4 bowls. Spoon the spiced beef mixture on top. Add optional cooked quinoa or brown rice for extra carbs, and sliced avocado for healthy fats.
  10. Finish and serve: Drizzle with the yogurt-tahini sauce and top with chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve warm.