Description
These Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey and Feta are a deliciously spiced and crispy side dish or appetizer. Sweet potatoes are sliced into rounds, tossed with aromatic spices and honey, then roasted until golden and crispy. Finished with crumbled feta and fresh herbs, they offer a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors, making them a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potato Rounds
- 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/3‑inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or regular salt)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey (regular or “hot” honey)
Garnish
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh chives or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Additional honey, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 °F (220 °C) to prepare for roasting the sweet potato rounds.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash, peel, and slice the sweet potatoes into ⅓‑inch thick rounds, ensuring even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Toss with Oil and Spices: Place the sweet potato rounds on a rimmed baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper over the rounds. Drizzle with honey and toss again to ensure all rounds are well-coated.
- Arrange for Roasting: Spread the rounds out on the baking sheet so they are not touching to allow for crispiness. Use two trays if necessary.
- First Roast: Roast the sweet potato rounds in the oven for 20 minutes to start softening and developing color.
- Flip and Continue Roasting: Flip each sweet potato round carefully and roast for an additional 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Serve: Transfer the roasted rounds to a serving platter. Drizzle with additional honey if desired. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top and garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier variation, substitute regular honey with hot honey infused with chili.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes for your preferred spice level.
- Space the rounds apart on the baking sheet to prevent steaming and achieve a crispy texture.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- To make this dish vegan, use plant-based feta cheese alternatives and swap honey for agave or maple syrup.
