This is one of those easy meals that checks all the boxes: high in protein, full of flavor and barely any prep!
Lean ground beef, sweet potatoes, creamy cottage cheese, avocado and a drizzle of hot honey come together for a surprisingly delicious dinner. It’s simple enough for a busy weeknight and easy to deconstruct for picky eaters.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Sweet, spicy and savory all in one bowl
- High in protein
- Simple ingredients and minimal prep
- Easy to deconstruct for kids
What You’ll Need
- Lean ground beef: 1 pound, seasoned with garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Sweet potatoes: 2–3, cubed and air fried.
- Cottage cheese: 1 container. It adds creaminess and a big protein boost.
- Avocado: 1, sliced.
- Hot honey: for drizzling.
- Garlic powder, salt and pepper: to season the beef.
How to Make Hot Honey Beef Bowls
Step 1: Air fry the sweet potatoes
Cube the sweet potatoes and air fry at 400°F for about 15 minutes.
Step 2: Brown the beef
Brown the ground beef with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
Step 3: Build the bowls
Layer sweet potatoes, beef, cottage cheese and avocado in each bowl.
Step 4: Drizzle
Finish with a drizzle of hot honey.
Busy Mom Tips
- Picky toddler hack: serve the beef, sweet potato and avocado separately.
- Add the hot honey to the grown-up bowls only.
- Estimated macros per serving (makes 4): ~490 calories, 36g protein, 40g carbs, 21g fat.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make this kid-friendly?
Serve the beef, sweet potato and avocado separately, and add the hot honey to the grown-up bowls only.
Can I make the sweet potatoes in the oven?
Yes. Roast them at a high temperature until tender and browned. It will take longer than the air fryer.
Are these bowls good for meal prep?
Yes! Store the beef and sweet potatoes together, and add the cottage cheese, avocado and hot honey when you’re ready to eat.
How to Store
Refrigerate the beef and sweet potatoes in an airtight container for 3–4 days. Slice avocado fresh when serving.
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Ingredients
Method
- Cube sweet potatoes and air fry at 400°F for ~15 minutes.
- Brown ground beef with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Build bowls with sweet potatoes + beef + cottage cheese + avocado.
- Drizzle with hot honey.
Notes
Per serving:
Calories: ~490
Protein: ~36g
Carbs: ~40g
Fat: ~21g
