Description
This Viral Sweet Potato Taco Beef and Cottage Cheese Meal Prep Bowl is everything you want in one container—savory taco-seasoned beef, naturally sweet roasted potatoes, creamy cottage cheese, and fresh toppings for balance. It’s hearty, protein-packed, and surprisingly fresh. Perfect for busy weeks when you want comfort food that still supports your goals. Make it once and see why everyone is obsessed.
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potatoes
3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Taco Beef
1 ½ lbs lean ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil (if needed)
2 tbsp taco seasoning
¼ cup water
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp cumin
For Assembly
2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
1 avocado, diced
Fresh cilantro (optional)
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil and seasonings. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly crispy.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
Stir in taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, and water. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened and flavorful.
Divide roasted sweet potatoes evenly into four meal prep containers.
Top with taco beef, a generous scoop of cottage cheese, tomatoes, corn, and avocado. Garnish with cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 560
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 42g