Southwestern Sweet Potato Rounds are an easy healthy snack or a fantastic party appetizer. These are packed with Southwestern flavor!
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Happy virtual shower Stefanie!
Southwestern Sweet Potato Rounds
I made these fun Southwestern Sweet Potato Rounds for my fellow Chicago food blogger friend Stefanie from Sarcastic Cooking and the upcoming arrival of her baby boy. I am so excited for her! I have a son myself and know firsthand the joy little boys bring to a Mom’s life. Boys have so much energy for life, for learning and for playing. It keeps us Moms on our toes and keeps things interesting on a daily basis. I know she is going to just love joining the club!
If crazy, energetic little boys don’t keep you on your toes these Southwestern Sweet Potato Rounds sure will. They have a little bit of kick to them and offer that sweet, savory combination that many people love. I almost think of these little appetizers as similar to nachos but on a little individual sweet potato chip and topped with your favorite Southwestern toppings. The great thing about this recipe is it can really be adapted to you and your guests tastes.
I used a spicy black bean mixture and then topped it off with a little sour cream, cilantro and pepper jack/cheddar cheese mixture. My husband hates sour cream so for him he got a modified version with no sour cream on it. I love being able to make all the mouths at the table happy!
Stefanie and I are fellow Chicagoans so I am hoping that a couple of months after the baby is born I can stop over and meet the little guy (and of course bring her some yummy food—that’s what food bloggers friends are for, right?). Stefanie is going to be a great Mom and I can’t wait to hear about her funny, exciting adventures in motherhood!
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Southwestern Sweet Potato Rounds are a healthy appetizer option with the flavors of the Southwest topped on warm sweet potato chips.
Ingredients
- 1 sweet potato
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 Tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (more for garnish)
- 1 jalapeno, membranes and seeds removed, chopped
- Cheese for topping (sharp and pepper jack)
- Sour cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400.
- Slice the sweet potato into 1/4 inch thick rounds and place on an oiled backing sheet.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until tender and browned on the bottom.
- In medium saucepan over medium high heat bring 1 cup water, black beans, lime juice and tomatoes to a boil. Add red pepper, garlic powder and salt and simmer for 15 minutes stirring occasionally. Add cilantro and jalapeno continue to cook 5 minutes.
- Remove sweet potato rounds from the oven and put on a serving plate. Top with the black bean mixture, cheese, sour cream and cilantro.
- Serve warm.
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Julia says
November 6, 2013 at 9:23 amHello, fellow Julia!! Great being a part of Stef’s baby shower with you! Your sweet potato rounds look fabulous! A delicious way to celebrate a very special occasion 🙂
Julia says
November 6, 2013 at 10:15 amThanks Julia! It was great being part of Stef’s baby shower! The Spiced Apple Carrot Muffins you made look awesome–healthy and perfect for fall. Trying those soon!
Heidi @foodiecrush says
November 6, 2013 at 9:53 amWhat a smart idea for an app, love the individual nacho idea.
Julia says
November 6, 2013 at 10:14 amThanks Heidi! 🙂
Stefanie @ Sarcastic Cooking says
November 6, 2013 at 10:38 amOh man! I can so see these being a huge hit with a crowd of boys, and me too of course! I love that each chip has the perfect amount of toppings on it! I always hate when you order nachos and get to the bottom naked chips and there are no toppings left! You guys are too much! I can’t thank you all enough for this awesome surprise! PS Totally come over and help me any time you want after the baby arrives!!! I can use all the help I can get!
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Julia says
November 6, 2013 at 11:43 amYou are so right–a crowd of boys would love these and they are a little healthier than using chips! 🙂 You are going to do great as a Mom! I can’t wait to see pictures and hear about the little ones arrival!
Stephie @ eat your heart out says
November 6, 2013 at 1:53 pmThese are so great!! I love the individual nacho thing. Simply perfect for a party!
Thank you so much for joining us for the baby fun!
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Julia says
November 6, 2013 at 2:32 pmThanks Stephie! And thanks for having me be a part of it.
Susan says
November 6, 2013 at 2:30 pmI just love everything about these! The color, the toppings, the fact that I can have more than one! It’s perfect party food!
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Julia says
November 6, 2013 at 2:32 pmThanks Susan! I agree–it is a great party good.
Stephanie @ Girl Versus Dough says
November 6, 2013 at 4:27 pmSour cream and cheese on a chip? Yes, please!! Love these.
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Julia says
November 6, 2013 at 5:57 pmI know, right!? Thanks. 🙂
Tieghan Gerard says
November 6, 2013 at 9:14 pmThese are the perfect app!! I would love them!
Julia says
November 7, 2013 at 6:00 amThanks Tieghan! I love that they are individual so you can have one or you can have ten!
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
November 7, 2013 at 1:46 amNow this is an appetizer that will satisfy a guest who’s hungry or a guest who is looking for healthy. perfect.
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Julia says
November 7, 2013 at 6:01 amI love dishes that satisfy multiple people’s tastes! 🙂
Suzanne Holt says
December 27, 2015 at 12:14 amWhat a great way to push the common sweet potato over the top!