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Hot Honey Beef Bowls Recipe
If you’ve been stuck in a dinner rut and have been needing a new healthy meal idea that’s easy, flavorful, and high protein, then you’ll LOVE these Viral Hot Honey Ground Beef Bowls! I originally saw them all over Instagram and knew I had to try them to see what all of the hype was about. And after tasting them, I know see why they went so viral!
These bowls are incredibly easy to make. The savory ground beef with a kick from taco seasoning combined with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes, creamy cottage cheese and avocado, and a drizzle of sweet and spicy hot honey makes for an incredible flavor combo. And as a busy mom, I’m obsessed with the fact that they come together in just 35 minutes flat! I could literally eat these every single day and I know you’re gonna love them, too.
Why You’ll Love These Ground Beef Bowls
- 35 Minutes: Quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights!
- 42 Grams Protein: Hearty, balanced, and super filling.
- Simple Ingredients: Everything is easy to find and comes together effortlessly.
- Flavorful: Sweet, spicy, savory, and just SO good!
- Easy: Roast, sauté, assemble, and enjoy!
- Gluten-Free: Naturally gluten-free with no swaps needed.
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Ingredients Needed for Ground Beef Bowls
- Cubed Sweet Potatoes – 4 1/2 cups, or about 1 1/2 pounds. I like to buy pre-cubed sweet potatoes from the grocery store to save time! You could swap for butternut squash if you prefer.
- Salt/Pepper
- Cinnamon – This gives the sweet potatoes just a touch of depth and warmth that’s SO good.
- Lean Ground Beef – High in protein and cooks up fast. Ground turkey or chicken would work great, too!
- Tomato Paste/Taco Seasoning – Oh my goodness. I’m adding this simple combo to ground beef forever now because it’s so good! Use store-bought or homemade taco seasoning.
- Low-Fat Cottage Cheese – Cottage cheese with ground beef? You just have to trust me – it’s sooooo good, adds a creamy taste and texture, and adds more protein. If you can’t get past it though, feel free to swap it for a dollop of sour cream.
- Avocado – Sliced or cubed. Guacamole would work great, too!
- Hot Honey – Sweet, spicy, and drizzled on top — the secret to the flavor in these incredible bowls! Regular honey plus a pinch of red pepper flakes works if you don’t have hot honey.
How to Make Hot Honey Beef Bowls
I can’t get over how EASY these viral beef bowls are to make! They’re so flavorful, too. All you’ll need is a large sheet pan, a skillet, and 35 minutes to make 4 of these yummy bowls. Here’s how to make them:
- Roast the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. Toss the sweet potatoes with a little avocado oil, salt, pepper, and cinnamon. Roast for about 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Cook the Beef: While the sweet potatoes roast, cook the ground beef in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the taco seasoning and tomato paste, stirring until the beef is fully cooked and flavorful.
- Assemble the Bowls: Layer roasted sweet potatoes, cooked beef, a scoop of cottage cheese, fresh avocado slices, and a drizzle of hot honey.
- Serve and Enjoy: That’s it! Dinner is ready in no time.
Tip: For extra flavor, warm up the hot honey before drizzling it over your bowls. It blends into everything even better!
Ground Beef Meal Prep
These bowls are perfect for meal prep! Roast the sweet potatoes and cook the beef ahead of time to make assembly super quick.
Tips
- Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through roasting to get those delicious caramelized edges!
- Warm the hot honey slightly for an even drizzle that melts into every bite.
- Customize your bowl with extra veggies like sautéed spinach, roasted broccoli, or even corn.
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Hot Honey Ground Beef Bowl Recipe Variations
Spicy Hot Honey Beef Bowls: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef for an extra kick!
Turkey Hot Honey Bowls: Swap the beef for ground turkey to lighten things up even more.
Vegetarian/Dairy-Free Option: Use plant-based ground “beef” crumbles and dairy-free cottage cheese or dairy-free sour cream.
Sweet Potato Swap: Use butternut squash or even regular roasted potatoes for a different vibe.
How to Store Ground Beef Bowls
- Refrigerator: Store the components separately in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days.
- Reheat: Warm the ground beef and sweet potatoes in the microwave or a skillet before assembling your bowls.
- Meal Prep Tip: Assemble the bowls without the avocado and hot honey if you’re prepping ahead. Add those fresh when you’re ready to eat!
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- Honey Glazed Salmon Bowl
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Viral Hot Honey Ground Beef Bowls
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups cubed sweet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 Tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 large avocado (or 2 small)
- 4 Tablespoons hot honey
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Add the cubed sweet potatoes to a large baking sheet and spray with avocado oil.
- Add salt, pepper, and cinnamon, then mix to evenly coat.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for 30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Meanwhile, cook the ground beef with the taco seasoning and tomato paste on a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Assemble the each bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, cooked ground beef, cottage cheese, avocado slices, and a drizzle of hot honey. Enjoy!
Notes
- Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through roasting to get those delicious caramelized edges!
- Warm the hot honey slightly for an even drizzle that melts into every bite.
- Customize your bowl with extra veggies like sautéed spinach, roasted broccoli, or even corn.
- These bowls are perfect for meal prep! Roast the sweet potatoes and cook the beef ahead of time to make assembly super quick.
Kelly says:
Made this today and it will be in our rotation. It’s delish. Worried the seasoning for the sweet potatoes wouldn’t be enough, but it was just a hint of cinnamon and it was perfect. Totally forgot to drizzle the hot honey tonight, luckily I will have the opportunity to add it to my leftovers tomorrow (and the next day, since I doubled the recipe)
Just discovering you and I am already excited about several recipes. Thank you….because I was in a slump and bored with the kitchen.
JOL Team replied:
Thank you so much for saying that! You just made my day! Glad you loved it!