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Sweet Potato and Cumin Taco Bowls with Chipotle-Lime Sauce

This dish features roasted sweet potatoes seasoned with cumin and smoked paprika, served over a base of seasoned ground meat or beans, topped with fresh vegetables and drizzled with a smoky chipotle-lime sauce. The final presentation combines crisp, tender, and smoky textures with vibrant colors for an inviting appearance.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: fusion
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika for added smoky flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting
  • 1 pound ground beef or plant-based protein cooked and seasoned
  • 1 cup chopped lettuce or greens fresh and crisp
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes fresh and juicy
  • 1 avocado avocado sliced for garnish
  • 1 lime lime for the sauce and garnish
  • 1 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for the smoky sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream for the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for the sauce
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread them evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for about 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through.
  2. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, cook the ground beef or plant-based protein in a skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through, seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Prepare the chipotle-lime sauce by blending the chipotle peppers, Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and a pinch of salt in a blender until smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  4. Arrange the cooked ground meat, roasted sweet potatoes, chopped greens, diced tomatoes, and sliced avocado in serving bowls. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the top for brightness.
  5. Drizzle the smoky chipotle-lime sauce generously over the assembled bowls. Garnish with extra lime wedges, if desired.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy a vibrant, flavorful taco bowl with contrasting textures of crispy roasted sweet potatoes, tender meat, and fresh toppings.