Description
Loaded Roasted Sweet Potato Boats with Garlic Whipped Feta, Candied Walnuts & Cranberry Drizzle are a rich and flavour-packed Mediterranean-inspired dish. Tender roasted sweet potatoes are filled with creamy garlic whipped feta, topped with crunchy candied walnuts, and finished with a sweet-tangy cranberry drizzle. Perfect for festive meals or cosy dinners, this recipe delivers a delicious balance of textures and bold flavours.
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Boats:
3 medium sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Garlic Whipped Feta:
150 g feta cheese
80 g Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Pinch of black pepper
For the Candied Walnuts:
1/2 cup walnuts
1 tablespoon honey
Pinch of salt
For the Cranberry Drizzle:
1/3 cup cranberry sauce
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
For Garnish:
Fresh parsley, chopped
Extra cracked black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Slice the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise.
Rub with olive oil, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Place cut-side down on a lined baking tray and roast for 35 to 40 minutes until tender.
In a blender, combine feta, Greek yogurt, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
In a pan over medium heat, cook walnuts with honey for 2 to 3 minutes until glossy. Add a pinch of salt and let cool.
In a small saucepan, warm cranberry sauce with honey and balsamic vinegar until smooth.
Flip roasted sweet potatoes and gently mash the centres.
Top with garlic whipped feta.
Add candied walnuts and drizzle with cranberry sauce.
Garnish with parsley and black pepper.
Serve warm.
Notes
Roast sweet potatoes cut-side down for better caramelisation.
Use block feta for a smoother whipped texture.
Do not overcook walnuts to prevent bitterness.
Adjust sweetness by modifying honey levels.
Store toppings separately for best texture when reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean