Description
This Best Baked Sweet Potato with Feta recipe combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a warm blend of spices, drizzled honey, and creamy crumbled feta. The dish is finished with fresh chives or parsley for a vibrant, flavorful side or light main that’s both comforting and elegant.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 3 large sweet potatoes
Seasonings and Toppings
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey (regular or spicy for extra flavor)
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley
- Extra honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Then slice the potatoes into ⅓-inch thick rounds to ensure even cooking throughout.
- Coat with Oil: Drizzle olive oil onto a large rimmed sheet tray to prevent sticking. Add the sweet potato slices and turn them to coat evenly in the oil. Use two trays if the potatoes are large to avoid overcrowding and ensure they roast uniformly.
- Season the Sweet Potatoes: Sprinkle the sweet potato rounds evenly with ground cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, crushed red chili flakes, kosher salt, and black pepper. Drizzle honey over the potatoes and turn them again to coat thoroughly with the seasoning and honey mixture.
- Roast in the Oven: Place the tray(s) in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes. Then flip each potato slice over to promote even roasting and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden and crispy.
- Finish and Serve: Carefully transfer the roasted sweet potatoes to a serving platter. Season with a little extra salt, drizzle with additional honey, and sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top. Garnish generously with fresh chives or parsley. Serve warm and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use thicker slices but increase the roasting time slightly.
- Adjust the red chili flakes based on your spice preference.
- Feel free to substitute feta with goat cheese or ricotta for a creamier texture.
- This dish is great served as a side or a light vegetarian main course.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated in the oven to retain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side dish
- Method: Baking/Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1 large sweet potato with toppings)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: baked sweet potatoes, feta cheese, roasted sweet potatoes, spicy sweet potatoes, Mediterranean recipe, vegetarian side dish
