Ingredients
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Before diving into the preparation process, gather the following ingredients for the Light Sweet Potato Toast Trio:
Base Ingredients:
- 2 large sweet potatoes (preferably long and evenly shaped)
- Olive oil spray
Topping Combination 1: Avocado and Cherry Tomatoes
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chili flakes (optional)
- Fresh lime juice (from half a lime)
- Fresh cilantro leaves (for garnish)
Topping Combination 2: Almond Butter and Banana
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1 banana (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- Honey or maple syrup (optional drizzle)
Topping Combination 3: Hummus and Cucumber
- 1/2 cup hummus
- 1 small cucumber (thinly sliced)
- Paprika (a pinch for garnish)
- Fresh dill (for garnish)
- Lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your Light Sweet Potato Toast Trio:
Preparing the Sweet Potato Toast Base:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes. Leave the skin on for added nutrients and texture.
- Slice the sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/4 inch thick slices. Aim for uniform thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Arrange the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly spray with olive oil on both sides.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the slices are tender and slightly crispy on the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before adding toppings.
Topping Combination 1: Avocado and Cherry Tomatoes
- Mash the avocado in a bowl and mix with a squeeze of fresh lime juice, salt, pepper, and chili flakes if using.
- Spread the avocado mixture evenly over the cooled sweet potato slices.
- Top with halved cherry tomatoes and garnish with fresh cilantro leaves.
- Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Topping Combination 2: Almond Butter and Banana
- Spread a generous amount of almond butter over the sweet potato slices.
- Arrange banana slices on top of the almond butter.
- Sprinkle chia seeds evenly over the banana.
- Drizzle with honey or maple syrup if desired for added sweetness.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for a quick snack later.
Topping Combination 3: Hummus and Cucumber
- Spread hummus over the sweet potato slices.
- Place thin cucumber slices neatly over the hummus.
- Garnish with a pinch of paprika, fresh dill, and a bit of lemon zest for an extra zing.
- Serve immediately to enjoy a refreshing and savory bite.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 60
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g