🍠 Caramelized Sweet Potatoes with Maple, Feta & Crunchy Walnuts
Mediterranean Full Recipe
✨ Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
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2 large sweet potatoes, peeled & cubed
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2–3 tbsp pure maple syrup
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½ tsp cinnamon
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¼ tsp smoked paprika (optional but delicious)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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½ cup walnuts, toasted
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½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
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1–2 tbsp fresh parsley or mint, chopped
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Optional Mediterranean touches:
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Drizzle of balsamic glaze
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Sprinkle of sesame or sumac
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🧑🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the sweet potatoes
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Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
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Toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and paprika.
2. Roast
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Spread on a baking sheet.
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Roast 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until lightly browned and tender.
3. Caramelize
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Remove from oven and drizzle maple syrup over warm sweet potatoes.
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Gently toss so the heat caramelizes the syrup.
4. Toast the walnuts
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In a dry pan, toast walnuts for 2–3 minutes, just until fragrant.
5. Assemble
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Transfer sweet potatoes to a serving dish.
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Top with:
✔ Crumbled feta
✔ Toasted walnuts
✔ Fresh herbs -
Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze if you like extra Mediterranean richness.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Serve with grilled chicken or salmon
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Add arugula for a warm winter salad
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Pair with yogurt-lemon dip for extra freshness
