Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey & Feta Recipe
These Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey & Feta are a deliciously spiced and savory side dish perfect for any meal. Sweet potato slices are coated with a flavorful blend of cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, and red pepper flakes, then roasted to golden perfection. Drizzled with honey and topped with tangy crumbled feta and fresh herbs, this recipe delivers a wonderful balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes with a satisfying crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Rounds
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon regular or hot honey (spicy is delicious!)
Toppings
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh chives or parsley, chopped
- Additional honey, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Slice Sweet Potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice them into ⅓-inch thick rounds to ensure even roasting.
- Coat with Oil: Drizzle olive oil on a large rimmed sheet tray(s), then add the sweet potato slices. Turn them to evenly coat all pieces with oil. Arrange the slices so they are spaced apart and not touching to promote crispiness.
- Season and Add Honey: Sprinkle the cinnamon, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper evenly over the sweet potato slices. Drizzle the tablespoon of honey on top and turn the slices again to coat evenly in the spices and honey.
- First Bake: Place the tray(s) in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes to start roasting the potato rounds.
- Flip and Continue Baking: Carefully flip each sweet potato round to the other side using a spatula or tongs. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy around the edges.
- Transfer and Season: Remove the sheet tray from the oven and transfer the roasted sweet potato rounds to a serving platter. Sprinkle with a bit more kosher salt to taste.
- Add Final Touches: Drizzle additional honey over the potatoes as desired. Crumble the feta cheese generously on top and garnish with freshly chopped chives or parsley for freshness and color.
- Serve Warm: Serve the roasted sweet potato rounds warm to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can use either regular or hot honey for a nice balance of sweetness and heat.
- Arranging the sweet potato slices so they are not touching helps them get crispy edges.
- If you don’t have fresh herbs, you can substitute with dried parsley or chives, though fresh is preferred for best flavor.
- Feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy contrast to the sweet and spicy potatoes but can be omitted or replaced with a vegan cheese for dietary preferences.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge and can be reheated in the oven to restore crispiness.
