Hot Honey Sweet Potato Bowl (Print Version)

Crispy roasted sweet potatoes paired with creamy avocado and cottage cheese, finished with spicy-sweet hot honey drizzle.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced

→ Dairy

03 - 1 cup cottage cheese

→ Oils and Seasonings

04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Hot Honey Drizzle

08 - 2 tablespoons honey
09 - 1 teaspoon hot sauce

→ Garnishes

10 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
11 - Toasted pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through, until sweet potatoes are golden and crispy on the edges.
04 - While sweet potatoes roast, slice the avocado and prepare garnishes.
05 - In a small bowl, mix honey and hot sauce together to create the hot honey drizzle.
06 - Divide roasted sweet potatoes between two bowls. Add avocado slices and a generous scoop of cottage cheese to each bowl.
07 - Drizzle with hot honey and sprinkle with optional garnishes. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Perfect Flavor Contrast: The spicy-sweet hot honey drizzle ties the earthy sweet potatoes and creamy avocado together.
  • Nutrient-Dense: A wholesome vegetarian and gluten-free bowl that is both filling and nourishing.
  • Simple Preparation: Minimal active work for a result that looks and tastes gourmet.
02 -
  • Even Cutting: Cut sweet potato cubes into uniform 1-inch sizes to ensure they all finish roasting at the same time.
  • Hot Honey Prep: Mix the honey and hot sauce while the potatoes are in the oven so the flavors have a few minutes to meld.
  • Avocado Freshness: Only slice the avocado right before assembling to prevent it from browning.
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