I Tried the Viral Hot Honey Protein Bowl (and Here’s Why You Should Too)…
When I first saw the Hot Honey Protein Bowl on social media, I was curious… but skeptical.
Cottage cheese, taco-seasoned ground beef, sweetpotatoes, avocado, and a drizzle of hot honey? That sounded like a flavor rollercoaster — and not necessarily one I wanted to ride. hehehe.
But you know what? Curiosity got the best of me. I gave it a try… and I’m so glad I did!
The verdict? This bowl is DELICIOUS.
It’s craveable, it’s filling, and it’s loaded with nutrition. It totally surprised me — in the best way possible.
15 minutes • Servings: 1 bowl Print Recipe
Ingredients
3/4 cup roasted sweetpotatoes
4 oz taco-seasoned tempeh
5 oz cottage cheese
1/3 avocado
1 tsp hot honey
Directions
Add all the ingredients to a bowl & enjoy!
RECIPE NOTES:
Roasted Sweetpotatoes
A source of fiber, complex carbs, and beta-carotene for immune and skin health. I cook sweetpotato cubes in an air fryer, 375°F for 15 mins.
Taco-Seasoned Tempeh
The original viral version had ground beef, but I swapped in tempeh for plant-based protein. Tempeh is made from fermented soybeans, and for 4 ounces, it delivers over 22 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber! It's sold refrigerated in a thin, rectangular block. I crumble it and sauté it with a 1/2 packet of taco seasoning. You can also swap in cooked lentils, crumbled high-protein tofu, or ground turkey/chicken.
Cottage Cheese
Adds creaminess and ~18 grams of high-quality protein for 5 ounces.
Avocado
Full of heart-healthy fats, potassium, and fiber.
Hot Honey
A flavor booster with just a touch of sweetness and spice.
Nutritional Facts for Hot Honey Protein Bowl
1 bowl
1 bowl
Daily Value %*
25%
29%
22%
6%
21%
16%
68%
90%
0%
15%
20%
20%
* Daily Value % based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Trish says
Love this! I’ve been eating this for lunch A LOT lately! I ran out of avocado a couple of times so I added a couple teaspoons of tahini instead for the fat. That was good, too!
DJ Blatner, RDN says
Hey Trish! Thanks for stopping by and leaving this high vibe, fun, and enthusiastic note! Your positivity makes me want to prep a Hot Honey Protein Bowl right now! xx DJB