Cheesy Mexican Beef
Posted June 2025

Mexican Beef & Sweet Potato Bake
This hearty one-dish wonder is your go-to for a protein-packed meal with bold flavour and minimal fuss. Juicy lean beef, black beans, and tender sweet potato are simmered in a spiced tomato base, then topped with melted Mexican cheese for the ultimate comfort factor. Finished with light sour cream and fresh coriander, it’s a deliciously satisfying way to nourish and refuel—perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients (Makes 1 Serve)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ onion (diced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 150g lean beef mince
- ½ cup crushed tomatoes
- 150g diced sweet potato
- ½ cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- ½ cup Mexican cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsp light sour cream
- 1 tbsp fresh coriander (chopped for garnish)
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add diced onion, garlic, and beef mince, cooking until the beef is browned and the onion is softened.
- Stir in taco seasoning and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add crushed tomatoes and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes to combine the flavors.
- Stir in the diced sweet potato and cook for an additional 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in the black beans, then transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish.
- Top with shredded Mexican cheese and bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 10-12 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with light sour cream and fresh coriander. Serve hot.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)Calories: 570
- Calories: 570
- Protein: 38g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fat: 28g
- Fibre: 10g
*nutrition info is not including the Super Beauty Greens