Description
Caramelized sweet potato rounds topped with creamy burrata, roasted beets, and a vibrant walnut sage pesto. A beautiful and delicious fall side dish or appetizer that is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Roasted Beets:
- 1 large beet, peeled and cut into wedges
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- For the Caramelized Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- For the Walnut Sage Pesto:
- 1 cup fresh sage leaves
- 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- For Assembly:
- 8 ounces burrata cheese, at room temperature
- Flaky sea salt, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roast the beets: On a baking sheet, toss the beet wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25-30 minutes until fork-tender. Remove and set aside.
- Caramelize the sweet potatoes: On a separate baking sheet, toss the sweet potato rounds with olive oil, maple syrup, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer. Roast for 15 minutes, flip, and roast another 10-15 minutes until caramelized and tender.
- Make the pesto: In a food processor, combine sage, walnuts, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. Pulse until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble: Spread a spoonful of pesto on a serving platter. Arrange the caramelized sweet potato rounds on top. Tear the burrata and distribute over the sweet potatoes. Add the roasted beet wedges. Drizzle with additional pesto and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
If you can’t find burrata, fresh mozzarella or ricotta can be substituted. The walnut sage pesto can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For extra flavor, try adding a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Method: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Fat: 33 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Protein: 12 g