Roasted Sweet Potato Avocado Crema (Printable Version)

Caramelized sweet potato rounds with zesty avocado crema, ready in 45 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ For the Roasted Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch rounds
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ For the Avocado Crema

08 - 1 ripe avocado
09 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
12 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
13 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

→ To Serve

14 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and tender.
04 - In a blender or food processor, combine avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, cilantro, garlic, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add a splash of water if needed for desired consistency.
05 - Arrange roasted sweet potato rounds on a serving platter. Drizzle generously with avocado crema.
06 - Garnish with chopped cilantro and chili flakes if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between smoky roasted edges and cool creamy topping hits every craving at once
  • People genuinely cannot believe something this simple tastes this sophisticated
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to steam instead of roast, so give those potatoes room to breathe
  • The crema keeps in the fridge for two days, though the vibrant green will darken slightly on top
03 -
  • Let the roasted potatoes cool for just 5 minutes before drizzling, otherwise the crema melts too fast
  • Use the flattest baking sheet you own so the potatoes cook evenly without rolling around

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