Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey and Feta
A delightful dish combining sweet roasted sweet potatoes, creamy feta cheese, and a drizzle of honey for balanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or rosemary)
- Crushed walnuts or pecans (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prep the sweet potatoes by peeling and slicing them into even ½-inch rounds.
- Season the rounds with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a large bowl.
- Arrange the seasoned rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Finish with honey drizzle, feta cheese, and garnish with fresh thyme before serving warm.
Notes
Smoked paprika can be omitted for a milder flavor. Adjust honey based on sweetness preference.