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viral cottage cheese taco bowl with toppings

Viral Cottage Cheese Taco Bowl: A High-Protein Twist on Taco Night


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  • Author: Lilly
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This viral cottage cheese taco bowl is a high-protein, low-carb sensation that’s perfect for meal prep or quick weeknight dinners. Creamy, savory, and endlessly customizable.


Ingredients

2 large sweet potatoes, cubed

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp salt

1 lb ground beef or turkey

2 tbsp taco seasoning

1/4 cup water

1 ripe avocado, sliced

2 cups cottage cheese (blended optional)

1/2 cup diced tomatoes

1/2 cup shredded lettuce

Sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, hot sauce (optional)


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Roast 25–30 minutes.

2. While potatoes roast, brown ground meat in a skillet. Drain fat, stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer 5 minutes.

3. Slice avocado and prepare any other toppings.

4. Blend cottage cheese for a creamy texture (optional).

5. Assemble bowls: layer sweet potatoes, taco meat, cottage cheese, and toppings.

6. Add jalapeños, hot sauce, or cilantro to finish.

Notes

Keep components separate if prepping ahead.

For a vegetarian option, use black beans instead of ground meat.

Add crushed tortilla chips or pumpkin seeds for crunch.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner
  • Method: Roasting, Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg