Description
These Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey and Feta are a delightful Mediterranean-inspired side dish or appetizer. Tender sweet potato slices are roasted to caramelized perfection, then drizzled with sweet honey, sprinkled with tangy feta, and garnished with fresh herbs. This recipe combines natural sweetness and savory creaminess for a flavorful, crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
Seasoning and Toppings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cinnamon if using. Toss well to ensure each piece is evenly coated with the seasoning.
- Arrange for Roasting: Spread the seasoned sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they do not overlap to allow for even roasting.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes. Flip the rounds halfway through cooking to ensure both sides become tender and develop a slight caramelized color.
- Cool Slightly: Once roasted, remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes to handle safely and to allow flavors to settle.
- Assemble and Serve: Arrange the roasted rounds on a serving platter. Drizzle the honey evenly over them, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or thyme. Serve warm as a delicious side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- For an extra crunch, add toasted pecans or walnuts on top before serving.
- You can substitute feta cheese with goat cheese for a creamier texture and slightly different flavor.
- This dish makes for a festive and elegant holiday side that’s sure to impress your guests.
