Soft Potato Taco Bowl

Ingredients

• 2 large Yukon Gold Potatoes (skin left on, scrubbed)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra virgin preferred)
• 2 teaspoons Cajun Seasoning (store‑bought or homemade)
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chipotle Powder
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Tomato (diced)
• 1 small Jalapeño (seeded and diced)
• ¼ cup Red Onion (diced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (freshly squeezed (about 1 lime))
• 1 pound Ground Beef (80% lean)
• 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
• ¼ cup Water
• 1 cup Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese
• ½ cup Guacamole (store‑bought or homemade)
• ½ cup Sour Cream

Instructions

1. Scrub the potatoes

   Rinse the Yukon Gold potatoes under cold water and scrub the skins with a potato scrub brush until clean.

   Time: PT2M

2. Cube the potatoes

   Pat the potatoes dry, then cut them into 1‑inch cubes on a cutting board.

   Time: PT5M

3. Season the potatoes

   Place the potato cubes in a large mixing bowl and toss with olive oil, Cajun seasoning, cumin, chipotle powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

4. Roast the potatoes

   Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast in a pre‑heated oven at 425°F for 35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until fork‑tender and lightly crisp.

   Time: PT35M

   Temperature: 425°F

5. Prepare pico de gallo

   While the potatoes roast, dice the tomato, jalapeño (seeded), red onion, and cilantro. Combine in a small bowl with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Mix well.

   Time: PT5M

6. Brown the ground beef

   Heat a skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.

   Time: PT5M

7. Season the beef

   Stir in tomato paste, 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, ½ tsp chipotle powder, ½ tsp cumin, and water. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and flavors meld.

   Time: PT10M

8. Assemble the bowls

   Divide the roasted potatoes among four bowls. Top each with a generous scoop of seasoned beef, a spoonful of pico de gallo, shredded cheese, guacamole, and sour cream. Serve immediately.

   Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

740

Protein

30g

Carbohydrates

45g

Fat

35g

Fiber

8g