Description
Ground beef and sweet potatoes come together in this comforting, nutritious dish that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep. The savory ground beef, combined with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes, creates a delightful flavor profile that will satisfy your cravings. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, this recipe makes mealtime both enjoyable and stress-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled and cubed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in the baking dish and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onions and minced garlic for about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Combine the roasted sweet potatoes with the beef mixture in the skillet and stir gently to combine.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking and Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg