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Healthy Sweet Potato Toast with Lemon Ricotta, Raspberries & Walnuts

This vibrant Sweet Potato Toast with Lemon Ricotta, Raspberries, and Walnuts is a gluten-free, heart-healthy snack that's as nourishing as it is beautiful. Packed with fibre and protein, it’s a diabetic-friendly, vegetarian snack that's perfect hot or cold.
Servings: 1
Calories: 75.9kcal
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 slice sweet potato about ¼-inch thick
  • 2 tbsp ricotta cheese part-skim
  • ¼ tsp lemon zest
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 raspberries
  • 1 tsp walnuts chopped
  • 1 dash cinnamon
  • 1 tsp basil fresh, roughly chopped

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Zester or microplane

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice a sweet potato lengthwise into ¼-inch thick slices. Lightly brush both sides with a bit of olive oil and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and lightly golden at the edges.
    1 slice sweet potato
  • While the sweet potato roasts, stir together the ricotta, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
    2 tbsp ricotta cheese, ¼ tsp lemon zest, ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • Once the sweet potato slice is roasted and slightly cooled, spread the ricotta mixture on top.
  • Add raspberries, chopped walnuts, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and basil leaves.
    4 raspberries, 1 tsp walnuts, 1 dash cinnamon, 1 tsp basil
  • Serve immediately for a warm version, or chill in the fridge for a refreshing, make-ahead snack.

Cooking Tips

  • Use a large sweet potato with even width for more toast-like slices.
  • Don't skip the flip — roasting both sides helps achieve a crisp, golden base.
  • Try air-frying for a quicker cook time (~10–12 minutes at 375°F).
  • Let cool slightly before topping to avoid melting the ricotta.
  • Add variety with blueberries, pistachios, or a drizzle of honey (if not sugar-sensitive).
  • Make it dairy-free with almond-based or coconut milk ricotta alternatives.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Healthy Sweet Potato Toast with Lemon Ricotta, Raspberries & Walnuts
Serving Size
 
1 toast
Amount per Serving
Calories
75.9
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
5.3
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
 
2.6
g
16
%
Cholesterol
 
15.3
mg
5
%
Sodium
 
26.1
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
62.6
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
3.4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1.3
g
5
%
Sugar
 
0.7
g
1
%
Protein
 
3.8
g
8
%
Vitamin C
 
2.9
mg
4
%
Vitamin D
 
0.1
µg
1
%
Calcium
 
77.3
mg
8
%
Iron
 
0.3
mg
2
%
Magnesium
 
9.3
mg
2
%
Zinc
 
0.5
mg
3
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.