Honey Feta Sweet Potato Rounds Recipe
These Honey Feta Sweet Potato Rounds are a delicious and elegant appetizer or side dish featuring roasted sweet potatoes topped with creamy feta cheese, drizzled honey, fresh thyme, and crunchy nuts. Perfectly balanced with savory and sweet flavors, these rounds make a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 as an appetizer or side 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potato Rounds
- 2 medium Sweet Potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (can substitute with avocado oil)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (sea salt or kosher salt preferred)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly cracked)
Toppings
- 1 cup Feta Cheese (can substitute with goat cheese or ricotta)
- 1/4 cup Honey (maple syrup can be a vegan substitute)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme (can substitute with rosemary)
- 1/4 cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans (optional, can substitute with almonds or omit for nut-free)
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Glaze (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Peel and slice the sweet potatoes into ½-inch thick rounds to ensure even roasting and a perfect tender texture.
- Season: Toss the sweet potato rounds in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper, coating each piece evenly for enhanced flavor.
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for roasting the sweet potato rounds.
- Arrange: Place the sweet potato rounds in a single layer on a lined baking sheet to ensure they roast evenly and crisp up nicely.
- Roast: Bake the rounds in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through to achieve even browning on both sides.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the sweet potato rounds sit for about 5 minutes to cool slightly and firm up.
- Top: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese generously over the warm sweet potato rounds, allowing the cheese to soften and meld with the sweetness.
- Drizzle: Pour honey evenly over the feta-topped rounds to add a touch of sweetness that complements the savory flavors.
- Add Optional Toppings: Garnish with fresh thyme leaves and chopped walnuts or pecans for added aroma and crunch.
- Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle balsamic glaze over the topped rounds for a tangy finish that ties all the flavors together (optional but highly recommended).
- Serve: Serve the honey feta sweet potato rounds warm immediately for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- If you prefer a vegan version, substitute feta cheese with vegan ricotta or goat cheese alternatives and use maple syrup in place of honey.
- For a nut-free option, omit the walnuts or pecans without affecting flavor too much.
- Ensure sweet potato slices are of uniform thickness for even cooking.
- Balsamic glaze adds a lovely tangy sweetness but can be skipped if unavailable.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently before serving.
Keywords: Sweet Potato Rounds, Honey Feta, Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Appetizer, Mediterranean, Vegetarian
