Go Back

45g Protein Hot Honey Beef Bowl

A comforting bowl dish featuring roasted sweet potatoes and spiced beef, combining sweet and savory flavors for a wholesome meal packed with protein.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the roasted sweet potatoes
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 4 cups)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
For the beef mixture
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10 or 93/7)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp ground cumin
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp hot honey (plus more for drizzle)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or lime juice)
  • 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional) for extra heat
For assembly
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (about 1/2 cup per bowl)
  • 1 whole avocado, sliced
  • chopped cilantro or green onion (optional, for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. Toss the sweet potato cubes in a bowl with olive oil, salt, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
  3. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 22–28 minutes, flipping them halfway.
Cooking
  1. While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook for about 6–8 minutes until browned.
  3. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
  4. Stir in the garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  6. Add the hot honey, soy sauce, and vinegar to the beef.
  7. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until glossy and sticky.
Assembly
  1. Divide the roasted sweet potatoes between two bowls.
  2. Layer the hot honey beef on top and add a scoop of cottage cheese.
  3. Top with sliced avocado and drizzle with extra hot honey.
  4. Sprinkle with cilantro or green onions if desired.

Notes

This dish can be paired with steamed broccoli or a fresh garden salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.