Step 1: Roast the Beets

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Start by roasting the beets. Wash the beets thoroughly and wrap each one in aluminum foil. Place them on a baking sheet and roast for 45-60 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Once done, remove them from the oven, allow them to cool, and peel off the skin. Slice the beets into thin rounds and set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

While the beets are roasting, prepare the sweet potatoes. Wash the sweet potato and slice it lengthwise into ¼-inch thick rounds. Lay the sweet potato slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle both sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast the sweet potato slices in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are tender but still hold their shape.

Step 3: Make the Pesto (if homemade)

If you’re making the pesto from scratch, combine the basil leaves, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. While the processor is running, slowly pour in the olive oil until the mixture becomes smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Step 4: Prepare the Burrata

Remove the burrata from its packaging and allow it to come to room temperature. Burrata has a delicate, creamy center that makes it perfect for spreading onto the sweet potato base. Tear the burrata into smaller pieces for topping the pizzas.

Step 5: Assemble the Sweet Potato Pizzas

Once the sweet potato slices are roasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes. Spread about 1 tablespoon of pesto over each sweet potato slice. Top with slices of roasted beet and then place chunks of burrata cheese on top.

Step 6: Drizzle and Garnish

For added flavor, drizzle the sweet potato pizzas with a little balsamic glaze. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of pine nuts for crunch. If you like a bit of spice, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to finish the dish.

Step 7: Serve

Serve the Beet and Burrata Sweet Potato Pizzas warm. They are perfect as a main course or served as an appetizer for gatherings.