Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Sweet & Savory Power Bowl with Cottage Cheese, a nutritious meal that combines savory ground meat, creamy cottage cheese, and sweet roasted squash or sweet potatoes. This bowl is perfect for any time of day—whether you need a post-workout refuel or a hearty lunch or dinner. Each bite is a harmony of textures and flavors, making it not only satisfying but also easily customizable to fit your taste preferences. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights and can be adapted with various proteins and vegetables.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked ground beef or turkey (seasoned)
- 1 cup roasted sweet potato or butternut squash
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup cooked couscous or quinoa
- Sliced avocado
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the seasoned ground beef or turkey until fully browned.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss cubed sweet potatoes or squash with olive oil and seasonings. Roast for 20-25 minutes until fork-tender.
- In a mixing bowl, place the cooked couscous or quinoa as the base.
- Layer roasted sweet potatoes or squash on top of the base, add seasoned meat, then top with sliced avocado and cottage cheese.
- Finish with fresh herbs and optional hot sauce or olive oil drizzle.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (500g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg