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Ground Beef Sweet Potato Taco Bowl with Zesty Lime Crema

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This Ground Beef Sweet Potato Taco Bowl is a vibrant and satisfying meal that combines hearty ground beef with sweet roasted sweet potatoes, all topped with a zesty lime crema. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner that is both comforting and wholesome.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef (around 90/10)
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, diced into ½ to ¾ inch cubes
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for roasting sweet potatoes)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking beef)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup water or beef broth
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Extra fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
  • Avocado slices or sliced jalapeños (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Peel and dice your sweet potatoes into ½ to ¾ inch cubes. Toss them with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a dash of black pepper on a large baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
  2. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add your ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it’s browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain off any excess grease. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning and about ¼ cup of water or beef broth with the cooked ground beef, onion, and garlic. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly. Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans and the corn. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
  4. In a small bowl, combine the sour cream (or Greek yogurt), the juice of one lime, and a handful of chopped fresh cilantro. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  5. Divide the roasted sweet potatoes among serving bowls. Top each with a generous scoop of the seasoned ground beef, black bean, and corn mixture. Drizzle generously with the homemade Lime Crema, and garnish with extra fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

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Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef. You can also use butternut squash instead of sweet potatoes. Adjust the taco seasoning to your taste, and feel free to add extra toppings like avocado or jalapeños.

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