Get the Recipe: Whole30 Sloppy Joe Sweet Potato Bowls
These Whole30 Sloppy Joe Sweet Potato Bowls are hearty, flavorful and savory. They are a great weeknight meal. Both kids and adults love these bowls!
Ingredients
Sloppy Joes
- 1 large red pepper, diced finely
- 1 white onion, diced finely
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 6 ounce can tomato paste
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- 1 cup water, plus more if needed
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Slice sweet potatoes about 1/4 inch thick and arrange on a large baking sheet.
- Next, brush melted coconut oil over both sides of each sweet potato round and bake for 30 minutes, flipping after 20 minutes. Then, remove from heat.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, add red pepper, onion and olive oil. Cook over low medium heat for about 7 to 8 minutes or until onions become soft.
- Next, add in ground beef and cook on medium until brown and crumbly.
- Discard excess fat from pan. Then, add in remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for at least 15 to 20 minutes, adding more water if mixture becomes too dry.
- Finally, assemble: add sloppy joe meat to a bowl or plate and top with sweet potatoes.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Keep meat and sweet potatoes stored separately.
- Feel free to use ground chicken, pork or turkey.
Calories: 425kcal, Carbohydrates: 38g, Protein: 29g, Fat: 19g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 8g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 74mg, Sodium: 1242mg, Potassium: 1872mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 19g, Vitamin A: 9981IU, Vitamin C: 31mg, Calcium: 82mg, Iron: 7mg