Simple Sweet Potato Burger Bowl Recipe
This sweet potato burger bowl is the perfect combination of all the flavors of a juicy burger, but a little lighter. It has everything you crave. Seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, shredded cabbage for crunch, melted cheese, and a drizzle of Thousand Island dressing.
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 668kcal
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Kitchen Essentials
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Ground Beef
- 2 Medium Sweet Potatoes peeled and diced
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika optional, for flavor
- 4 Cups Lettuce Iceberg or Romaine, diced
- 1 Cup Cabbage green or purple, shredded
- 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese shredded Colby Jack cheese
- ½ Cup Thousand Island Dressing
- Optional toppings: sliced pickles diced tomatoes, red onion, or avocado
Instructions
- Roast the sweet potatoes. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Spread them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet and roast for 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.2 Medium Sweet Potatoes, 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, Salt and pepper, 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder, 1 Teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- Cook the beef. While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and crumbly, about 6–8 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Drain any excess grease if needed.1 Pound Ground Beef
- Assemble the bowls. Divide the chopped lettuce and shredded cabbage among four bowls. Top with a scoop of the cooked ground beef, roasted sweet potatoes, and shredded cheese.4 Cups Lettuce, 1 Cup Cabbage, 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese
- Add dressing and toppings. Drizzle each bowl with Thousand Island dressing. Add any optional toppings you like. Sliced pickles, diced tomato, or avocado all work beautifully.½ Cup Thousand Island Dressing, Optional toppings: sliced pickles
- Serve and enjoy. The combination of roasted sweet potatoes and savory beef makes this bowl irresistibly satisfying.
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Nutrition
Calories: 668kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 47g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 117mg | Sodium: 635mg | Potassium: 894mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 17005IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 281mg | Iron: 4mg