Cheeseburger Bowl

This Cheeseburger Bowl is a simple, hearty meal packed with flavor. Roasted sweet potatoes create a satisfying base, topped with seasoned ground beef, juicy tomatoes, melted cheddar, and a drizzle of hot honey sauce. It’s an easy, high protein twist on a classic cheeseburger with no bun required.

Why You’ll Love This Cheeseburger Bowl

• Wholesome twist: All the cheeseburger flavor without the bun.
• Balanced meal: Protein, healthy carbs, and melty cheese in one bowl.
• Easy to make: Just sheet pan sweet potatoes and skillet beef.
• Customizable: Add lettuce, pickles, or toppings you love.
• Big flavor: Hot honey sauce brings the perfect sweet-heat kick.

 Recipe Tips

• Cut evenly: Dice sweet potatoes into uniform cubes so they roast evenly.
• Don’t overcrowd: Spread sweet potatoes on the sheet pan in a single layer for crispy edges.
• Cheese last: Sprinkle cheddar while beef is hot so it melts perfectly.
• Adjust the heat: Add more or less hot honey sauce depending on spice preference.
• Meal prep friendly: Cook sweet potatoes and beef ahead of time for easy assembly.

Burger Bowl Variations

• Turkey swap: Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
• Low-carb: Replace sweet potatoes with roasted cauliflower or zucchini.
• Extra toppings: Add shredded lettuce, avocado, or pickles for a burger-style finish.
• Cheese switch: Try pepper jack, mozzarella, or smoked gouda for different flavors.
• Sauce twist: Swap hot honey for BBQ sauce, sriracha mayo, or ranch drizzle.

Swaggy Eats

Cheeseburger Bowl

This Cheeseburger Bowl is a fun twist on the classic burger. Roasted sweet potatoes, savory beef, cheddar cheese, and hot honey come together for a quick, hearty, and flavorful meal loaded with protein.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 3

Course: dinner, Lunch, Meal Prep

Cuisine: American

Calories: 465

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 3 sweet potatoes, diced into cubes
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes diced
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tsp avocado oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• hot and honey sauce (adjust to taste)

Equipment

• large skillet
• baking sheet

Method

 

1. Roast the sweet potatoes: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss diced sweet potatoes with a drizzle of avocado oil, salt, pepper, and half the garlic powder. Spread evenly on a sheet pan and roast 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and tender.
2. Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 7–8 minutes. Season with the remaining garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Drain excess grease if needed.
3. Assemble bowls: Divide roasted sweet potatoes among bowls as the base. Top with cooked ground beef, fresh tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
4. Finish with flavor: Drizzle hot and honey sauce over the top. Add extra cheese or sauce to taste.

Notes

Nutrition (per serving, based on 3 servings)

• Calories: 465
  
• Protein: 31g
  
• Carbohydrates: 30g
  
• Fat: 24g
• Fiber: 5g

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