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Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl

Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl: Sweet, Spicy, and Simple Comfort

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A delicious blend of spicy and sweet, the Ground Beef Hot Honey Bowl is a quick, protein-packed meal perfect for any night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Veggies
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Can swap with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Consider homemade seasoning for a healthier choice.
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Regular potatoes or butternut squash are great alternatives.
For Roasting and Creaminess
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado or vegetable oil can be used as substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Opt for sea salt for a more robust taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked recommended.
  • 1 medium Avocado Can replace with guacamole or sour cream.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Greek yogurt is a lighter alternative.
For the Sweet Kick
  • 1/4 cup Hot Honey Mix regular honey with red pepper flakes for a homemade version.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for roasting the sweet potatoes.
  2. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast the sweet potatoes for 40–45 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté diced yellow onion until soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  5. Add the lean ground beef to the skillet with onions, sprinkle in taco seasoning and cook until browned, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  6. Assemble the bowls with roasted sweet potatoes as a base, followed by the ground beef mixture, avocado slices, and cottage cheese.
  7. Drizzle with hot honey to finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional toppings like fresh cilantro or sliced jalapeños for extra flavor.

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