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Cottage Cheese Beef Bowl Recipe

Cottage Cheese Beef Bowl Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 bowls 1x
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Roasting, Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

High-protein, viral-worthy, and ultra-satisfying, this cottage cheese beef bowl features seasoned ground beef, roasted sweet potatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy cottage cheese—perfect for a quick lunch or nutritious meal prep.


Ingredients

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Ground Beef:

  • 1/2 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sweet Potato:

  • 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Additional:

  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • Hot sauce (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced sweet potato with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  2. Cook the ground beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until browned and fully cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Assemble the bowl: Arrange ground beef, roasted sweet potato, diced avocado, and cottage cheese in separate sections of a large serving bowl.
  4. Drizzle with hot sauce: Add hot sauce if desired and serve immediately.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: Approx. 450
  • Sugar: Approx. 8g
  • Sodium: Approx. 500mg
  • Fat: Approx. 20g
  • Saturated Fat: Approx. 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Approx. 35g
  • Fiber: Approx. 8g
  • Protein: Approx. 30g
  • Cholesterol: Approx. 70mg