I love making this protein-packed sweet potato hash because it’s the perfect option for an easy lunch or dinner, and it’s ideal for meal prepping. With just 30 minutes of cooking time, you can have a nutritious and satisfying meal ready to go for the week. The combination of sweet potatoes, ground beef, onion, bell pepper, and zucchini makes for a hearty yet healthy dish that’s both filling and full of flavor.
Protein Sweet Potato Hash: Ingredients
Sweet Potato
Grass Fed Ground Beef
Bell Pepper
Zucchini
Yellow Onion
Kale
Salt
Pepper
Garlic Powder
Cilantro
Avocado
I love how simple this recipe is because it doesn’t require many ingredients, but it still packs a ton of flavor! The hash is filled with a colorful mix of veggies, all of which get a nice burst of flavor from the herbs and spices you add. It’s so versatile too—you can easily change it up based on what you have on hand or what’s in season. Whether it’s adding in some bell peppers during the summer or swapping out sweet potatoes for regular potatoes when they’re in season, this recipe allows you to get creative.
My favorite ground beef is Force of Nature. It comes from cattle that are grass-fed and pasture-raised, which means the animals are allowed to roam freely and eat a natural diet of grasses. This is much healthier than conventional beef, where cattle are often fed grains like corn in confined feeding operations.
Extra Tips
Make sure to always cook the sweet potatoes first. This step takes the longest, so getting them crispy on the outside while keeping them soft and tender on the inside is crucial. It makes a huge difference in the final texture of the dish. I like to cook them until they’re golden brown and slightly crispy before adding them with the other veggies in the pan. This ensures that everything comes together nicely without overcooking the other ingredients.
And if you’re looking to make this hash even more flavorful, don’t be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices! Fresh thyme, rosemary, or a pinch of smoked paprika can all add amazing depth to the dish. It’s all about adjusting the flavor to your preference, so feel free to mix and match based on what you love or what you have in your pantry.
Overall, this recipe is one of those dishes that feels comforting yet light, packed with veggies, and so adaptable. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a leisurely weekend breakfast. You can also serve it with eggs on top for a heartier meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 large sweet potato peeled and diced
- 2 bell pepper diced
- 2 zucchini diced
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups kale chopped
- 1 avocado sliced
- cilantro chopped
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp avocado oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425
- spread the sweet potato onto a parchment lined cookie sheet and coat in 1 tsp avocado oil. Bake for 20 minutes. Then broil for 3 minutes before removing from the oven.
- Meanwhile, add 1 tsp avocado oil to a pan over medium high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper and zucchini and cook for about 8 minutes until soft.
- Add the beef to the veggie pan, and cook for another 8 minutes until the beef is cooked through and no longer pink.
- Add in the sweet potato, chopped kale and seasonings.
- Cook for another minute until the kale is cooked down.
- Divide into bowls and top with chopped cilantro and avocado
