Introduction

These Viral Cottage Cheese Sweet Potato Beef Bowls combine savory, sweet, and spicy flavors in a hearty, nutritious meal. With tender sweet potatoes, seasoned ground beef, creamy cottage cheese, and a touch of hot honey, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

A white bowl contains four clear sections: in the top-left, bright green chunks of fresh avocado with smooth texture; directly below, a pile of cooked ground beef, brown and crumbly; to the right of the avocado, white creamy cottage cheese topped lightly with red chili flakes; and below the cottage cheese, orange roasted sweet potato cubes with lightly charred edges. The bowl sits on a wooden board which is placed on a white marbled surface. Around the bowl are avocado halves, another similar bowl partially visible, and a small white bowl of honey with a wooden dipper inside. Red chili flakes are scattered over the wooden board and marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 small (or 1 large) sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1/2 tsp garlic powder (for sweet potatoes)
1/2 tsp paprika (for sweet potatoes)
1/4 tsp salt (for sweet potatoes)
Olive oil spray
1/2 pound ground beef
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder (for beef)
1 tsp paprika (for beef)
1/4 tsp chili flakes
1/2 tsp salt (for beef)
1 cup cottage cheese
1 avocado, cubed
1/2 tbsp hot honey
Chili flakes, to taste (for topping)

Instructions

Step 1: Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into small cubes. Toss them with 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Lightly spray with olive oil and cook in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes, or until golden and tender.
Step 2: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef along with 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully cooked and slightly browned.
Step 3: Divide the cooked sweet potatoes and ground beef evenly between two bowls. Add half of the cubed avocado to each bowl, then top each with 1/2 cup cottage cheese. Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle chili flakes to taste.

Tips & Variations

For a dairy-free option, substitute cottage cheese with vegan yogurt or omit entirely.
If you don’t have an air fryer, roast the sweet potatoes in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Add fresh herbs like chopped cilantro or parsley for extra brightness.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the sweet potatoes and beef gently in a skillet or microwave before assembling the bowl again. Add fresh avocado and cottage cheese after reheating for the best texture.

How to Serve

A white bowl with four main layers is shown on a white marbled surface. The first layer is cubed bright orange roasted sweet potatoes positioned in one section of the bowl. Next to it is a ground beef layer with a crumbly texture and brown color. Another section holds green chunks of avocado with a creamy, smooth look. The last part contains white cottage cheese with a soft, lumpy texture and is sprinkled with red pepper flakes. A spoon with a mix of avocado, cottage cheese, roasted sweet potatoes, and ground beef is held above the bowl by a woman's hand. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef?

Yes, you can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef. Cooking times remain similar, but ensure the meat is fully cooked before assembling the bowls.

What is hot honey, and can I use regular honey instead?

Hot honey is honey infused with chili or hot peppers, adding a sweet and spicy flavor. If you don’t have hot honey, you can mix regular honey with a pinch of chili flakes or hot sauce to achieve a similar effect.