Description
Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Herbed Ricotta, Walnuts, and Cranberries are a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will elevate any meal. The warm sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes pairs beautifully with creamy herbed ricotta, crunchy walnuts, and the tartness of cranberries. This versatile dish can be served as an elegant appetizer at dinner parties, a colorful side during holiday gatherings, or a healthy snack for family get-togethers. With simple preparation steps and nourishing ingredients, you’ll impress your guests while keeping it wholesome. Enjoy these savory sweet potato bites warm to fully appreciate their exquisite taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 500g)
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese (240g)
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary or thyme, finely chopped
- ½ cup walnuts, chopped (60g)
- ½ cup dried cranberries (75g)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (30ml)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the sweet potatoes into rounds about ½ inch thick and arrange them on the baking sheet in a single layer.
- Drizzle olive oil over the rounds, season with salt and pepper, and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and tender.
- While roasting, combine ricotta cheese with chopped herbs in a mixing bowl.
- Once roasted, top each sweet potato round with herbed ricotta, then sprinkle with walnuts and cranberries before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 rounds (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg