Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Burrata, Toasted Walnuts & Sage Pesto
Indulge in the deliciousness of Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Burrata, Toasted Walnuts, and Sage Pesto. This delightful dish combines creamy burrata cheese, crunchy toasted walnuts, and vibrant sage pesto, all nestled in tender, baked sweet potatoes. Not only is it a feast for the eyes with its colorful presentation, but it also offers a satisfying blend of flavors that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste. Enjoy a hearty meal that’s both nutritious and comforting.
- 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
- 2 balls of burrata cheese (about 6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh sage leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Bake sweet potatoes on a baking sheet drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper for about 45 minutes or until fork-tender.
- Prepare sage pesto by blending fresh sage leaves, toasted nuts, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Once baked, cut sweet potatoes lengthwise and fluff the insides with a fork.
- Fill each potato half with burrata cheese and top generously with sage pesto and toasted walnuts.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato half (approximately 175g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg