Deliciously Crisp Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds You’ll Love

These Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds are a delicious, healthy appetizer with a perfect balance of flavors.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 rounds

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sweet Potatoes

3 medium Sweet Potatoes provides natural sweetness and a delightful texture
2 tbsp Olive Oil or substitute with vegetable oil
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Herbed Ricotta

1 cup Ricotta Cheese or substitute with goat cheese
1 tbsp Fresh Herbs (Basil, Chives, Parsley) add lemon zest for a nice touch

For the Toppings

1/2 cup Walnuts toasted for enhanced flavor; substitute with pecans or almonds if needed
1/2 cup Dried Cranberries fresh cranberries can be used if in season

Equipment

oven
baking sheet
Parchment paper
Mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then slice them into half-inch rounds.
Drizzle olive oil over the rounds, sprinkle salt and pepper, and toss gently.
Roast the sweet potato rounds for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Combine ricotta cheese with fresh herbs in a mixing bowl, adding optional lemon zest.
Top each roasted round with herbed ricotta, then sprinkle with walnuts and cranberries.
Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1roundCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, store the herbed ricotta separately and assemble just before serving for optimal freshness.

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