Honey-Drizzled Sweet Potato Rounds
These sweet potato rounds are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, topped with creamy feta and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for any gathering, they are both visually appealing and delicious.
- Author: Bluebella
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound total)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 ounces)
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that the sweet potatoes roast evenly and develop a beautiful caramelization.
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into 1/2-inch thick rounds for uniform cooking. Aim for consistency to avoid uneven cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato rounds with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Ensure each round is well-coated for maximum flavor.
- Arrange the sweet potato rounds in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This prevents sticking and allows for even roasting.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through. You’ll know they’re done when they are golden brown on the edges and tender when pierced with a fork.
- While the sweet potatoes are roasting, chop 1/2 cup of walnuts and crumble 1 cup of feta cheese. Set these aside for garnishing your rounds.
- Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a couple of minutes. This will help them firm up slightly.
- Drizzle 1/4 cup of honey over the sweet potato rounds while they are still warm, allowing the honey to soak into the sweet potatoes.
- Top each round with crumbled feta cheese and chopped walnuts. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
- If desired, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of balsamic glaze for a tangy finish. Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful mix of flavors!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 round
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: To avoid soggy sweet potatoes, make sure to preheat your oven and avoid overcrowding the baking sheet. Using a mandoline slicer can help achieve perfectly uniform sweet potato rounds.