These Sweet Potato "Toasts" Will Make You Rethink Bread

The new toast trend is not with bread, but sweet potatoes!

November 01, 2017
By: Kristine Boyd

We saw the major trend of avocado toast flourish into hundreds of different toast combinations. If there was something spreadable, foodies were putting it on toast. The new toast trend is not with bread, but sweet potatoes! Sweet potatoes are a staple healthy ingredient in many of our pantries. Now, if you are out of bread or trying to be extra health conscious, you can make all different kinds of delicious sweet potato toasts! All you need to do is cut a thin piece of sweet potato and bake or toast it until it is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Here are some ideas to get you started on this delicious trend!

Classic Avocado Toast

Make a classic avocado toast, but with sweet potato! Go with your favorite avocado toast combination. Whether it's with a fried egg, sauerkraut or simply salt and pepper, the sweet potato will take your classic avocado toast to the next level.

Greek Yogurt and Apple

Slather your favorite nut butter on a piece of sweet potato toast. Layer this with Greek yogurt and thinly sliced apples. Top it all off with nutmeg and cinnamon for an extra boost of flavor. This is a great nutritious breakfast that will keep you going all day!

Beet Hummus

Make your toast a savory snack by pairing it with your favorite hummus! Add your favorite crunchy topping for extra texture. This toast has a thick layer of beet hummus topped with avocado and pistachio. Get creative and try out different unique pairings!

Goat Cheese and Pear

Make your sweet potato toasts a gourmet party appetizer. Cut your sweet potato into small circles and slather on a generous layer of goat cheese. Then add sliced pear and chopped walnuts for extra crunch. You guests will be impressed by this healthy finger food!

The combinations for sweet potato are endless. Get creative in your kitchen and make a healthy snack or meal that is as easy as it sounds! Check out more healthy snacks here!

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