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High-Protein Cottage Cheese Taco Bowls with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Viral High-Protein Cottage Cheese Taco Bowl


  • Author: AlmaHerzog
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 bowls 1x
  • Diet: High-Protein

Description

Craving a high-protein, low-carb taco bowl that comes together in minutes? This Cottage Cheese Taco Bowl is a quick, flavor-packed twist on your usual taco routine. It’s creamy, spicy, crunchy, and satisfying—all without the need to turn on the oven.


Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • avocado oil spray
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 lb grass-fed ground beef
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 large avocado
  • 16 oz 2% cottage cheese
  • crushed red pepper
  • Hot honey

Instructions

  1. Step: Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Step: Add sweet potatoes to your air fryer and spray with oil. Sprinkle with seasonings and toss to coat. Air fry for 18 minutes, shaking halfway.
  3. Step: Sauté the ground beef and seasonings for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Step: Add 1 cup diced sweet potatoes, 4 oz ground beef, 1/3 avocado and 1/2 cup cottage cheese to your bowl.
  5. Step: Sprinkle with crushed red pepper and drizzle with hot honey.

Notes

Blend the cottage cheese for a smoother, queso-like consistency. Season the cottage cheese with taco spices or lime juice for extra flavor. You can prep components ahead and store them in separate containers for up to 72 hours.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 471 kcal
  • Sugar: 11 g
  • Sodium: 1368 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 43 g
  • Fiber: 9 g
  • Protein: 42 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg

Keywords: high-protein, low-carb, taco bowl, healthy, cottage cheese, quick dinner