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The Slice of Shameika - Blog Post

Viral Sweet Potato Bowl Meal Prep Idea


The viral bowl but as meal prep or regular meal!

If you're looking for a simple, delicious, and protein-packed meal prep idea, this sweet potato bowl is it! Inspired by the viral sweet potato bowl, I put my own spin on it by using lean ground turkey for a lighter but just as satisfying option. This meal is perfect for anyone on a fitness journey or constantly on the go, prep it once, and you’ve got a balanced meal ready to fuel your week.

Why You’ll Love This Sweet Potato Bowl:

  • High in Protein – Thanks to lean ground turkey and cottage cheese, this bowl helps keep you full and supports muscle recovery.

  • Easy to Meal Prep – Roast, cook, assemble, and you’re set for the week!

  • Sweet & Savory – A perfect balance of flavors with creamy avocado, spicy-sweet Mike’s Hot Honey, and hearty sweet potato.

Ingredients:

(Measurements are not given due to what you enjoy / your goals)

  • Sweet potatoes (fresh or frozen)

    • My Seasonings

      • Olive oil

      • Black Pepper

      • Onion Powder

      • Cinnamon

  • Ground Turkey (or protein of choice)

    • My Seasonings

      • Olive oil

      • Black Pepper

      • Onion Powder

      • Chili Powder

      • Cumin

  • Avocado, sliced or mashed (or guac)

  • Mike’s Hot Honey

  • Cottage cheese (I used low-fat)


Instructions:

  1. Roast the Sweet Potato: Preheat the oven to 400°F, or you can use your air fryer. Make sure that your sweet potatoes are diced. Toss with olive oil, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and a dash of cinnamon. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender.

  2. Cook the Protein: While the sweet potatoes are cooking, heat a pan over medium heat.

    • Cook the ground turkey, breaking it apart as it browns, and season with pepper, garlic powder, or any of your favorite spices. I did not use the taco seasoning packets, so I added chili powder and cumin.

    • Cook until fully browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes.

  3. Assemble the Bowl

    • Add the roasted sweet potato to a bowl.

    • Add the cooked ground turkey (or protein of choice).

    • Add sliced avocado and a scoop of cottage cheese.

    • Drizzle Mike’s Hot Honey over everything for the perfect sweet and spicy kick.

If you are counting macros, make sure to use a food scale + your favorite calorie-counting app. 

This bowl is so good and easy to make, whether you're sitting down for a meal or grabbing it between workouts and meetings. Give it a try, and let me know how you make it your own!