3 ways to make delicious sweet potato toast

Move over cauliflower rice and zucchini noodles, Supercharged Sweet Potato Toast is part of a new breakfast trend that’s dominating the foodie world and one that is sure to delight the palates of gluten-free foodies everywhere. It’s the best thing to hit the toaster since sliced bread — and is far more interesting and nutritious.

Sweet potatoes are very versatile vegetables and it seems that their uses are infinite. They can be added to baked goods, mashed and coupled with steamed vegetables, baked as a healthy alternative to fries and now they can even be used as a delicious gluten-free alternative to bread.

Sweet potatoes are complex carbohydrates, meaning the natural sugars that give them that rich, sweet flavour will release a consistent flow of energy into the body all morning long. They are also beneficial for facilitating digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties primarily due to the presence of beta-carotene, vitamin C and magnesium.

These inexpensive, orange-hued root vegetables are high in fibre and overflowing with essential vitamins and minerals; and, best of all, you won’t find that afternoon bloat after overindulging in bread.

When choosing the right sweet potato for you, look for a good size that will slice evenly and be able to be placed in the toaster. Make sure they feel heavy for their size and have no bruises, cuts or blemishes, soft spots or signs of sprouting. The skin should be firm to the touch, smooth and evenly toned. Look at the colour, too: the deeper the colour of the potato, in general, the richer it is in the antioxidant beta-carotene.

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Sweet potatoes originate from the morning glory family and there are many different varieties. Their skin colour can encompass yellow, orange, red, brown, purple and beige. On the inside, the colours can range anywhere from beige through white, red, pink, violet, yellow, orange and purple.

When storing, keep sweet potatoes in a cool, dry place — perhaps the pantry — and they will stay fresh for up to two weeks. It’s not recommended to keep them in the refrigerator.

Despite being cooked in the toaster, sweet potatoes maintain their soft, moist, creamy texture, and they can be toasted with skin on or off depending on your preference. One of the tricks with this dish to ensure success is to toast each slice long enough so it’s completely cooked through.

Also remember not to slice your potato too thickly as it can take too long and burn in places. There’s nothing worse than raw, crunchy sweet potato, either. Because every toaster is unique, play around to find the best setting that works for you and, if you have a toaster where you are able to turn the temperature up or down, a higher temperature for a shorter period of time works best. Another option is to pop them in and re-toast them once or twice to get them to the desired topability, or you can cook the slices under the grill if you prefer.

That way, while you are toasting your sweet potatoes, you can go ahead and prepare your favourite toppings. When it comes to what to sprinkle on top, the opportunities are endless, with both sweet and savoury options pairing nicely with these golden, guilt-free and gluten-less slices of goodness.

I’ve curated some of my favourite toppings that will leave you lusting for sweet potato toast yearlong. Why not give my new take on toast a whirl and up your vegie intake for the day?

Supercharged Sweet Potato Toast

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Topping #1: Cinnamon Swirl Nut Butter & Berry Chia Jam

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Topping #2: Hummus & Tomato Bruschetta

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Topping #3: Smavo & Feta

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