Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Herbed Ricotta, Walnuts, and Cranberries
These Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Herbed Ricotta, Walnuts, and Cranberries make a delicious and elegant appetizer or snack. Sweet potatoes are roasted to golden perfection, topped with creamy ricotta cheese infused with fresh thyme, and finished with crunchy walnuts and tangy dried cranberries for a delightful combination of flavors and textures.
- Author: rami
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 as appetizer 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Herbed Ricotta
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (or rosemary, chives)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Slice the sweet potatoes: Cut the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch thick rounds and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Season and oil: Drizzle olive oil over both sides of the sweet potato rounds, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Roast in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, flipping the rounds halfway through the cooking time, until they are tender and golden brown.
- Prepare the herbed ricotta: While the sweet potatoes roast, combine the ricotta cheese with chopped fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl, mixing well to infuse the flavors.
- Top the rounds: Once the sweet potatoes are roasted and have cooled slightly, spoon a generous amount of the herbed ricotta onto each round.
- Add the toppings: Sprinkle chopped walnuts and dried cranberries evenly over the ricotta-topped rounds for added crunch and a burst of sweetness.
- Serve: Garnish with extra fresh herbs if desired and serve these tasty rounds warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh thyme with rosemary or chives for a different herb flavor.
- For a vegan option, use a plant-based ricotta substitute.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
- These rounds make a great appetizer or side dish and pair well with salads or roasted meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe (approximately 4 rounds)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: roasted sweet potatoes, herbed ricotta, walnuts, cranberries, appetizer, vegetarian, easy snack