Sweet Potato Rounds with Herbed Ricotta and Walnuts
A delightful dish combining sweet potatoes with creamy herbed ricotta and crunchy walnuts, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 Sweet potatoes
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup Fresh herbs (such as basil, thyme, or parsley)
- 1/4 cup Dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup Walnuts, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice the sweet potatoes into rounds about 1/4 inch thick and place on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized.
- Mix the ricotta cheese with fresh herbs, salt, and pepper to taste in a bowl.
- Once the sweet potato rounds are done, let them cool slightly.
- Top each round with a spoonful of herbed ricotta, a small sprinkle of dried cranberries, and chopped walnuts.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 round
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg