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Sweet Potato Tahini Crostini
Amy

Sweet Potato Tahini Crostini

These Sweet Potato Tahini Crostini are a delightful blend of creamy, earthy, and nutty flavors that come together in just 30 minutes. The roasted sweet potato offers a caramelized sweetness, perfectly balanced by the rich, velvety tahini drizzle.
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Servings: 3 as an appetizer
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

for the sweet potato-tahini spread:
  • ½ cup cooked & mashed sweet potato
  • 2-3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup cooked chickpeas
  • ½ clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • a squeeze of lemon
  • salt & pepper
for the crostini:
  • 8 half-pieces bread, toasted or grilled
  • ½ cup good quality ricotta
  • a squeeze of lemon
  • a few sage leaves, chopped (optional: fry them)
  • coarse salt
optional toppings:
  • handful toasted pepitas
  • drizzle of honey or olive oil
  • sprinkle of red chile flakes

Method
 

  1. In a small food processor, blend together the ingredients for the sweet potato spread.
  2. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  3. Top grilled bread with a bit of the spread, a dollop of ricotta, chopped sage, a drizzle of honey, and a few pinches of coarse salt.
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