Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Burrata, Toasted Walnuts & Sage Pesto
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Burrata, Toasted Walnuts & Sage Pesto. This delightful dish combines creamy burrata cheese with crunchy walnuts and aromatic sage pesto, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, these stuffed sweet potatoes are sure to impress with their beautiful presentation and rich taste. With easy preparation steps and healthy ingredients, this recipe is not only a treat for the palate but also a wholesome option for your dining table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 balls of burrata cheese (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh sage leaves
- 1/4 cup pine nuts (or walnuts)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and pierce sweet potatoes; brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes until tender.
- For the sage pesto, blend sage leaves, pine nuts (or walnuts), garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth; season with salt and pepper.
- Once sweet potatoes are baked, slice them open lengthwise, fluff the insides, and top generously with burrata cheese, toasted walnuts, and sage pesto.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 23g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg