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Sweet Potato Taco Bowl: A Healthy Dinner Recipe
Emily

Sweet Potato Taco Bowl

A nutrient-dense, one-pot dinner that beautifully balances the natural sweetness of roasted potatoes with savory spiced ground beef. This Tex-Mex fusion dish is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a wholesome and customizable meal that provides a satisfying crunch from fresh corn and creaminess from avocado. Ideal for meal prep or a quick family dinner, this recipe delivers consistent, flavorful results using simple, whole-food ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Fusion / Tex-Mex
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 14 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, canned or fresh
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium avocado, diced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with vegetable oil and 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast the potatoes for 15-20 minutes until tender and slightly golden.
  5. While the potatoes roast, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the remaining spice mixture to the beef and cook until fully browned; drain any excess fat if needed.
  7. Stir in the black beans and corn until heated through.
  8. Assemble the bowls by layering the seasoned beef mixture, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh tomatoes, and diced avocado.

Notes

Store leftover beef and potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Add avocado fresh just before serving to prevent browning. You can customize this bowl by adding shredded lettuce, lime wedges, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.