Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey & Feta Recipe
This Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds recipe features tender yet crispy sweet potato slices seasoned with a blend of warm spices, drizzled with honey for a touch of sweetness, and topped with salty crumbled feta and fresh herbs. Perfect as an elegant appetizer or a flavorful side dish, these rounds bring a delightful combination of sweet, savory, and smoky notes in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Sweet Potato Rounds
- 3 large sweet potatoes, washed and sliced into ⅓-inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Seasoning & Toppings
- 1 tablespoon honey (regular or hot)
- 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, plus more for serving
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Additional honey for serving
- Fresh chives or parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for roasting sweet potatoes to crispy perfection.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice each into ⅓-inch thick rounds to ensure even cooking and crisp edges.
- Coat in Olive Oil: Drizzle the olive oil onto a large rimmed sheet tray, then add the sweet potato slices. Toss or turn them gently so that each round is evenly coated with the oil.
- Season the Potatoes: Sprinkle the cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper evenly over the sweet potato rounds. Drizzle the tablespoon of honey over the top and toss again carefully to distribute the spices and honey evenly.
- First Bake: Spread the seasoned sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the sheet tray. Bake for 20 minutes, allowing the potatoes to begin softening and caramelizing.
- Flip and Finish Baking: Flip each sweet potato round to expose the other side and continue baking for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, until the rounds are golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Transfer and Season: Carefully move the cooked sweet potatoes to a serving platter. Sprinkle with a little extra kosher salt to taste.
- Top with Honey, Feta, and Herbs: Drizzle more honey over the warm rounds, then crumble the feta cheese evenly on top. Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley for a fresh, vibrant finish.
- Serve Warm: These roasted sweet potato rounds are best served warm to enjoy the harmony of flavors and the contrast of textures at their peak.
Notes
- For crisper edges, make sure the sweet potato slices are evenly spaced and not overlapping on the baking sheet.
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your spice tolerance.
- You can substitute fresh herbs for garnish based on preference—cilantro or thyme also work well.
- This dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can be served as a vegetarian appetizer.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven to regain crispiness.
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