Description
Honey Feta Sweet Potato Rounds are a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors, featuring tender roasted sweet potato slices topped with tangy feta cheese, drizzled with honey, and accented with fresh thyme and toasted walnuts. This easy-to-make appetizer or side dish brings together simple ingredients for a deliciously elegant snack or accompaniment.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (optional)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring even cooking.
- Season Rounds: Drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potato rounds, then sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper. Gently toss the rounds with your hands or a spatula to ensure each slice is evenly coated with oil and seasoning.
- Bake Sweet Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the rounds are tender when pierced with a fork and have a slightly golden brown edge.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes so they are warm but easier to handle.
- Arrange for Serving: Lay the baked sweet potato rounds on a serving platter in an attractive arrangement to prepare for topping.
- Add Feta Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the warm sweet potato rounds, allowing it to soften slightly from the residual heat.
- Drizzle Honey: Generously drizzle honey over the feta-topped rounds to add a sweet contrast to the savory cheese.
- Garnish: Scatter fresh thyme leaves on top for a fragrant herbal note and, if desired, add toasted chopped walnuts for extra texture and crunch.
- Optional Balsamic Glaze: Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over the rounds for added depth of flavor and a hint of acidity.
- Serve: Serve immediately while the rounds are still warm to enjoy the best combination of flavors and textures.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds if preferred.
- For a vegan version, omit feta cheese and use a vegan cheese alternative, and substitute honey with maple syrup.
- Sweet potatoes should be cut uniformly to ensure even baking.
- Balsamic glaze is optional but adds a nice tangy sweetness that complements the dish.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; reheat gently before serving.
