Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Tacos

Elevate your taco game with these Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Tacos—a delightful fusion of savory lean ground beef and naturally sweet roasted sweet potatoes. This recipe offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making it a standout choice for any meal.​

Two sweet potato tacos on corn tortillas with rice on a white plage

Ingredients:

  • ½ lb lean ground beef
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled, cubed and roasted
  • ½ red onion, diced small
  • ¼ cup cilantro, roughly chopped
  • Tomatillo salsa, for serving
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 package microwave Mexican rice

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 400 F. In a large saute pan, heat a little olive oil over medium-high heat. Add in ground beef, season with salt, pepper and chili powder and break up with a spatula. Cook, moving frequently until the beef is cooked through and well browned. Drain off any excess fat and set aside. Meanwhile, cook sweet potato cubes in the microwave until soft. Lay tortillas out on a parchment lined sheet tray. Top each tortilla with ground beef and cooked sweet potatoes. Bake for about 10 minutes or until warmed through. Remove from the oven and top each taco with red onion, cilantro and tomatillo salsa. Serve with Mexican rice.

Top View of sweet potato tocos with rice on a white plate

Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:

Plant-based: Use vegan crumbles or black beans instead of beef.

Add spice: Top each taco with some pickled jalapenos. 

Kid-friendly: Make little quesadillas if tacos are too messy to eat.

Nutritional Highlights:

This dish combines lean protein from the ground beef with the rich vitamins and fiber found in sweet potatoes. The addition of fresh vegetables and corn tortillas makes it a balanced and wholesome meal.​

Front view of two tacos with rice on a white plate

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

✔ Easy & Quick – With minimal prep and a cooking time under 40 minutes, this meal is perfect for busy weeknights.

✔ Sweet & Savory Perfection – The combination of tender roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned ground beef creates an irresistible contrast of flavors.

✔ Nutritious & Balanced – Packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins, this dish fuels your body while satisfying your taste buds.

✔ Customizable for Everyone – Whether you’re going plant-based, gluten-free, or making it kid-friendly, there’s a variation to fit your needs.

✔ Taco Night Upgrade – Move over, classic tacos! These bold, flavorful tacos are sure to be a new favorite in your weekly dinner rotation.

Give this Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Taco recipe a try and make your next taco night one to remember!