Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Burrata, Toasted Walnuts, and Sage Pesto
Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Burrata, Toasted Walnuts, and Sage Pesto is a delicious dish that perfectly balances the creamy texture of burrata with the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning, making it ideal for both intimate family dinners and festive gatherings. The delightful combination of flavors and textures—from the rich cheese to the crunchy walnuts—ensures a satisfying experience in every bite. Elevate your meals with this wholesome dish that’s packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 balls of burrata cheese
- ⅓ cup sage pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- ⅓ cup chopped toasted walnuts
- Optional: pumpkin seeds, extra virgin olive oil for drizzling, crushed red pepper flakes or za’atar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss sweet potato rounds in a bowl with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for about 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and golden brown.
- While roasting, toast walnuts in a skillet over medium heat for about 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
- Once sweet potatoes cool slightly, top each round with sage pesto and torn burrata.
- Sprinkle toasted walnuts on top; add optional pumpkin seeds if desired.
- Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and garnish with crushed red pepper flakes or za’atar before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato round (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg