Slow-Cooked Beef and Sweet Potato Power Bowl

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-19 · Updated 2026-04-19

A nourishing one-pot meal featuring tender beef, roasted sweet potatoes, and seasonal vegetables in a savory broth, perfect for recharging after a long day. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 45 minutes pairs lean ground beef, sweet potatoes, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 2 medium sweet potatoes
• 1 large carrots
• 1 cup frozen green peas
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 lb lean ground beef and cook until browned, breaking into small crumbles with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Step 2: Stir in 1 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute until slightly darkened, then add 4 cups beef broth, 2 peeled and diced medium sweet potatoes, 1 diced large carrot, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25-30 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup frozen green peas and cook for 3-5 minutes until heated through. Serve over 2 cups cooked quinoa, garnished with 2 tbsp fresh parsley.