Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these roasted sweet potatoes are drizzled with honey and topped with feta for an exciting flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, washed and sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey Adds sweetness
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped For garnish
- a pinch cayenne pepper (optional) For extra heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange the sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potato rounds, ensuring they are evenly coated. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Roasting
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the rounds are golden brown and tender.
- Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and immediately sprinkle them with crumbled feta cheese.
- Drizzle honey over the roasted sweet potato rounds and then sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves.
- If desired, add a pinch of cayenne pepper for an extra kick.
- Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.
Notes
These sweet potatoes can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Reheat in the oven to regain crispiness. They pair well with various dishes and can even be eaten on their own!