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Delicious sweet potato taco bowl garnished with fresh toppings.

Sweet Potato Taco Bowl

This Sweet Potato Taco Bowl features caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, and fresh pico de gallo, making it a cozy and colorful meal ready in under an hour.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the sweet potatoes
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced Uniform 3/4-inch cubes work best
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the meat and assembly
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based protein
  • 1 cup pico de gallo Store-bought or homemade
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly oil it.
  2. Place the diced sweet potatoes in a bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the potatoes. Toss until evenly coated.
Roasting
  1. Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until fork-tender and edges are caramelized.
Cooking the Beef
  1. While the potatoes roast, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon until no pink remains, about 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Drain excess fat if desired, or spoon it off and reserve for another use. Ensure the beef reaches an internal temperature of 160°F.
Assembly
  1. Divide the roasted sweet potatoes between bowls. Top each bowl with the browned ground beef and a scoop of pico de gallo. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep pico de gallo separate to preserve its bright flavor. To reheat, warm the roasted sweet potatoes and beef in a skillet over medium heat until hot, about 4 to 6 minutes, or microwave in 45-second bursts stirring in between.

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