07/30/2025
Sweet Potato Rounds with Burrata, Roasted Beets, and Walnut Sage Pesto
Ingredients:
For the Sweet Potato Rounds:
- 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Walnut Sage Pesto:
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembly:
- 8 oz burrata cheese (cut into portions)
- 2 roasted beets (1 red, 1 golden), sliced
- Extra walnuts for garnish
- Fresh herbs (like basil or thyme), for garnish
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Toss the sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
3. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and golden brown.
Make the Pesto:
4. In a food processor, combine walnuts, basil, sage, garlic, Parmesan, salt, and pepper.
5. Pulse while slowly streaming in olive oil until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble:
6. Arrange roasted sweet potato rounds on a platter.
7. Top each with slices of red and golden beets.
8. Add a piece of burrata on top, then drizzle generously with walnut sage pesto.
9. Sprinkle with extra walnuts and fresh herbs before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings