Sloppy Joe Sweet Potato Bowls
Savor the delightful flavors of Sloppy Joe Sweet Potato Bowls, a heartwarming and nutritious twist on a classic dish. Tender roasted sweet potatoes serve as the perfect vessel for a savory ground beef or turkey mixture, all seasoned to perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, this vibrant meal is customizable to suit your taste and ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Enjoy a wholesome and filling dish that’s sure to become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cubed
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup ketchup (low-sugar preferred)
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Wash, peel, and cube the sweet potatoes.
- Spread sweet potato cubes on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat. Roast for about 25 minutes until tender.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned (6-8 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in ketchup, mustard, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Serve roasted sweet potatoes in bowls topped generously with the sloppy joe mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg