Description
These savory roasted sweet potato rounds are crispy on the edges, creamy in the center, and topped with salty feta and a sticky drizzle of honey. They make an easy, crowd-pleasing side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs), orange-fleshed, skin on or peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2–3 tablespoons honey
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
- Optional: Lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease well.
- Wash and dry sweet potatoes. Slice into 1/4-inch rounds, leaving skin on if desired.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and thyme until evenly coated.
- Arrange rounds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, without overlapping.
- Roast for 10 minutes, then flip each round with a spatula or tongs. Roast another 8-12 minutes, until edges are browned and centers are soft.
- Remove from oven. While hot, sprinkle with crumbled feta and drizzle with honey. Add optional nuts, lemon zest, or red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra thyme or at room temperature.
Notes
For crispier rounds, broil for 2 minutes at the end. Don’t overcrowd the pan—use two sheets if needed. Fresh thyme adds extra flavor, but dried works in a pinch. Maple syrup can be substituted for honey. For dairy-free, use vegan feta and maple syrup. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 4 rounds per s
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 220
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
Keywords: sweet potato rounds, roasted sweet potatoes, honey feta sweet potatoes, easy side dish, vegetarian, gluten-free, holiday sides, brunch recipes