Sloppy Joe Bowls with Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Reimagine the classic American comfort food with these Sloppy Joe Bowls. This nutrient-dense meal swaps the traditional bun for crispy, roasted sweet potato cubes topped with a savory, tangy homemade ground beef sauce. Perfect for a quick, high-protein weeknight dinner that satisfies cravings for nostalgic flavors without the mess or refined grains.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Total Time: 45
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop and Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free
Ingredients
1.5 lbs sweet potatoes, cut into 0.5-inch cubes
2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
0.25 teaspoon paprika
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.125 teaspoon black pepper
1 lb lean ground beef
2 teaspoons avocado oil or olive oil
1 small yellow onion, finely diced
1 small bell pepper, diced
0.5 cup tomato paste
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon coconut aminos
0.5 cup water
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Toss sweet potato cubes with oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
Roast sweet potatoes for 25-30 minutes until tender and crispy.
While potatoes roast, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Sauté onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add ground beef and cook until browned, draining excess fat if necessary.
Stir in tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, and water.
Simmer the mixture for 8-10 minutes until thickened.
Serve the meat mixture over the roasted sweet potato cubes.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or a skillet until warmed through. Feel free to add diced celery or carrots to the beef mixture for extra vegetables.
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