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Roasted Sweet Potato Crostini with Burrata, Cranberry Sauce, and Sage Walnut Pesto


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

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For the Sweet Potato Crostini:

  • 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Sea salt flakes, for seasoning
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Finely chopped rosemary, for garnish

For the Toppings:

  • 8 oz burrata cheese, torn into small pieces
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  • Fresh sage leaves, for garnish

For the Sage Walnut Pesto:

  • 1 cup fresh sage leaves
  • ½ cup fresh parsley leaves
  • ½ cup walnuts, toasted
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Sweet Potato Crostini

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the sweet potatoes into ¼-inch rounds, aiming for uniform thickness to ensure even roasting.
  3. Arrange the sweet potato rounds on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  4. Drizzle olive oil over the sweet potato slices, then season with sea salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy on the edges. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

Step 2: Make the Sage Walnut Pesto

  1. In a food processor, combine sage leaves, parsley, toasted walnuts, Parmesan cheese, and garlic.
  2. Pulse until finely chopped, then slowly drizzle in the olive oil while processing until the mixture becomes a smooth pesto.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Step 3: Assemble the Crostini

  1. Once the sweet potato rounds are slightly cooled, spread a small dollop of sage walnut pesto on each slice.
  2. Top each round with a tear of burrata cheese.
  3. Add a small spoonful of cranberry sauce over the burrata.

Step 4: Garnish and Finish

  1. Sprinkle each crostini with finely chopped rosemary and a pinch of sea salt flakes for added flavor and presentation.
  2. Garnish with fresh sage leaves for a festive, aromatic touch.

Step 5: Serve

  1. Arrange the crostini on a serving platter and serve immediately while the sweet potatoes are warm and the burrata is creamy.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Protein: 5g