Nutritionist Who Lost 55-Lb Postpartum Shares Her Favorite 'Easy, Satiating' High-Protein Dinner Bowl Recipe For Weight Loss: Beef, Broccoli, & Sweet Potato Bowl

A balanced diet rich in high-protein meals is crucial for effective weight loss and maintaining overall health. Protein not only supports muscle growth and repair but also helps keep you full and satisfied, reducing the likelihood of overeating. However, sometimes cooking meals that taste good and are good for you can seem like a difficult task—but with the help of the internet and platforms like TikTok, it doesn’t have to be!

For those on a weight loss journey, finding delicious, easy-to-make, and nutritious recipes is essential. Luckily, Courtney Kassis, MS, RD, LDN, a.k.a. @dietitianwithtwins, who successfully lost 55 pounds postpartum, recently shared her favorite high-protein dinner bowl recipe that helped her shed the weight and manage her thyroid condition. It’s a delicious, nutrient-packed recipe that features beef, sweet potatoes, and broccoli. Find all the details below.

Courtney’s Weight Loss Journey

“I lost 55 pounds postpartum, but the beginning of my weight loss journey was so tough,” Courtney explains at the beginning of her video. Despite eating well and exercising, she struggled with inflammation and weight loss. A thyroid condition complicated her journey further. “Postpartum I was eating really well and exercising, but I was really inflamed, and I couldn’t lose weight. When I got my postpartum labs done, my TSH came back at an 18 and my thyroid antibodies were through the roof, meaning I was in a complete autoimmune flare, making it really difficult to lose weight.”

To support her thyroid and kickstart her weight loss, Courtney made significant dietary changes—and one recipe in particular was a game-changer. “The first thing I did to start supporting my thyroid and hopefully start losing weight was pulling out gluten and dairy. And this was one of my favorite recipes at that time. Super high-protein, so easy and so satiating.”

Even after reaching her goal weight and normalizing her thyroid function, Courtney says she continues to enjoy this recipe. “Now because I’ve reached my goal weight and my thyroid is back to normal, I do incorporate dairy more often, but this recipe is still always in the rotation. It is possible to eat your protein bowls without dairy, but you do have to be intentional. Planning and finding high-protein recipes like this one is a must.”

High-Protein Dinner Bowl Recipe

Ingredients:

• Cooking oil (Courtney uses avocado oil spray for everything)
• 1 lb ground beef (93% grass-fed beef)
• 2 small onions, diced
• 1/2 large sweet potato, cubed
• 1 cup broccoli, chopped
• 1 container Noble Made Sloppy Joseph Sauce
• Scallions and coleslaw mix, for topping
• Seasonings: sea salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder

Instructions:

1. Prepare all ingredients: dice the onion and scallions, and cube the sweet potato.
2. Add the sweet potato to the air fryer or oven at 400°F for 17 minutes.
3. Add the diced onion to a skillet with ½ tbsp oil/spray over medium heat. After about 3 minutes, add the ground beef.
4. In another skillet, add the chopped broccoli with oil/spray over medium heat. Cook until fork-tender, adding sea salt and pepper, then cover.
5. Once the beef is cooked through, add the container of Sloppy Joe Sauce.
6. Assemble the plate with sweet potato, broccoli, and 5 oz of beef. Top with scallions and coleslaw mix.

Benefits of Recipe

This high-protein dinner bowl is packed with nutrients and flavors while being gluten- and dairy-free, making it suitable for those with dietary restrictions or autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s. The lean ground beef provides a substantial amount of protein, essential for muscle growth, repair, and maintenance. Protein is also known to enhance satiety, helping to control appetite and reduce overall calorie intake.

Sweet potatoes are packed with benefits ; they're rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants, promoting healthy digestion and boosting the immune system. Broccoli is a powerhouse of nutrients, offering vitamins K and C, folate, and fiber, which contribute to overall health and well-being. Using avocado oil spray adds a source of healthy monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health and help reduce inflammation.

For those with sensitivities or autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto’s, eliminating gluten and dairy can reduce inflammation and improve thyroid function, as experienced by Courtney in her journey. The combination of protein, healthy fats , and fiber from vegetables ensures a well-rounded meal that supports metabolic health, promotes satiety, and aids in weight loss.

Ultimately, Courtney emphasizes the importance of intentional eating and planning, especially when managing dietary restrictions. "Having go-to high-protein recipes that are gluten- & dairy-free have helped me on my weight loss journey (55 pounds down TOTAL postpartum!) & helped me get my Hashimoto’s into remission," she shares.

Incorporating such balanced, nutritious meals into your diet can support weight loss, improve thyroid function, and enhance overall health. This dinner bowl recipe is not only easy to make but also incredibly satisfying, proving that healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated or bland. Enjoy this delicious meal and reap the benefits of a high-protein diet on your journey to better health.