Description
Sloppy Joe Sweet Potato Bowls are a hearty and wholesome meal combining the sweetness of sweet potatoes with savory ground beef, making them perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and cube the sweet potatoes. Boil in salted water for 15 minutes until tender, then drain.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, sauté the diced onion and bell pepper until softened, then add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Drain excess fat, then stir in barbecue sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Assemble bowls by creating a bed of sweet potatoes and topping with the meat mixture. Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Can customize with extra toppings like cheese, avocado, or pickles.
- Use gluten-free barbecue sauce for a gluten-free version.
- Ground turkey can be substituted for a leaner option.
- Experiment with additional vegetables or beans for a heartier dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg