Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Add 2 teaspoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.
While the sweet potatoes roast, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, breaking it into small crumbles with a wooden spoon.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, oregano, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ⅛ teaspoon black pepper until the beef is evenly coated.
Add the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, stirring to combine.
Add the black beans, corn, and 2 tablespoons water. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lime juice, 1 tablespoon water, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, and ⅛ teaspoon salt. Mix with a wire whisk until smooth.
Divide the romaine lettuce and roasted sweet potatoes evenly among 4 serving bowls.
Divide the Southwest beef mixture among the bowls.
Top each bowl with cherry tomatoes and shredded Mexican blend cheese.
Drizzle with the lime yogurt sauce, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and serve.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Evenly Sized Sweet Potatoes – Cut the potatoes into similar-sized cubes so they roast evenly.Keep the Beef Moist – If the beef mixture becomes too dry, add a small splash of water before serving.Adjust the Heat – Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a little hot sauce if you prefer a spicier bowl.Extra Sauce – Make a little extra lime yogurt sauce if you like a creamier bowl. It's also great as a dip for fresh vegetables.Meal Prep – Store the cooked ingredients separately from the fresh toppings to keep the lettuce crisp.
Storing and Reheating
Refrigerating – Store the cooked beef and sweet potatoes in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. Refrigerate the fresh toppings and yogurt sauce separately.Freezing – Freeze the cooked beef mixture and roasted sweet potatoes in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months for best quality. Freeze them separately when possible. Prepare the fresh toppings and yogurt sauce when ready to serve.Reheating – Reheat the beef and sweet potatoes in the microwave or a skillet until they reach 165°F. Add the cold toppings and lime yogurt sauce after reheating.Thawing – Thaw frozen portions overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.