Healthy Sloppy Joe Bowls
A fresh, wholesome twist on the classic Sloppy Joe, packed with flavors from lean beef, sweet potatoes, and crunchy green beans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cups roasted sweet potatoes
- 2 cups green beans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Dice your sweet potatoes into 1-inch cubes, and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for about 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the beef is browned, stir in the tomato sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Bring a small pot of water to boil and blanch the green beans for about 3-4 minutes.
- Assemble your bowls with roasted sweet potatoes, Sloppy Joe mixture, and green beans on top.
Notes
Chef’s tips: Sprinkle sweet potatoes with paprika or cinnamon for extra flavor. You can swap ground beef with turkey or plant-based meat for lighter options.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Healthy Sloppy Joe, Comfort Food, Recipe, Healthy Dinner, Ground Beef Recipes