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Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Herbed Ricotta, Walnuts, and Cranberries

Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Herbed Ricotta Delight

Elevate your appetizer game with Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Herbed Ricotta, Walnuts, and Cranberries, blending vibrant flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 rounds
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potato Rounds
  • 2 medium Sweet Potatoes Substitution: Butternut squash can be used for similar texture and flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Feel free to use any neutral oil, such as avocado oil.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Substitution: Goat cheese or whipped feta works for a tangy twist.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Thyme Substitution: Rosemary or chives can be lovely alternatives.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries Substitution: Raisins or chopped dried apricots can be used for a different flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts Substitution: Pecans or pumpkin seeds work well for nut-free option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch rounds and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the rounds and season with salt and pepper before roasting for 20-25 minutes.
  4. While roasting, mix ricotta, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until creamy.
  5. Top the roasted rounds with the herbed ricotta mixture once cooked.
  6. Sprinkle chopped walnuts and dried cranberries on top for garnish.
  7. Serve warm or at room temperature on a beautiful platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1roundCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Slice uniformly for even roasting and experiment with herbs for different flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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