🍠 Mediterranean Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey & Feta
🌿 Description
These Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds are a classic Mediterranean-style side dish that celebrates simple ingredients done well. Sweet potatoes are roasted in olive oil until golden and tender, then finished with a drizzle of honey, tangy feta, and fresh herbs. They’re elegant enough for guests yet easy enough for weeknights, and they pair beautifully with grilled meats, salads, or grain bowls.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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2 large sweet potatoes, sliced into ½-inch rounds
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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½ tsp sea salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
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½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
Toppings
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⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
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2–3 tbsp honey (to taste)
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1 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped
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Optional: crushed walnuts or pistachios
🔪 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Season potatoes
In a bowl, toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. -
Roast
Arrange in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes, flip, then roast another 15–20 minutes until golden and tender. -
Finish
Transfer to a serving plate. While hot, drizzle with honey and sprinkle with feta and fresh herbs. -
Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
🌿 Mediterranean Serving Ideas
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Serve with grilled chicken, lamb, or fish
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Add to grain bowls or salads
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Enjoy as a vegetarian appetizer with yogurt dip
❓ Q & A – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make this recipe vegan?
A: Yes. Replace honey with maple syrup or date syrup, and use a plant-based feta.
Q: Do I need to peel the sweet potatoes?
A: Not necessary. The skin adds fiber and crisps nicely when roasted.
Q: Can I prepare this ahead of time?
A: You can roast the potatoes ahead, then reheat and add honey and feta just before serving.
Q: How do I get them extra crispy?
A: Don’t overcrowd the pan, flip halfway, and roast on a hot oven rack.
Q: Is this dish healthy?
A: Yes—rich in fiber, antioxidants, healthy fats, and aligned with the Mediterranean diet.
Q: What herbs work best?
A: Thyme, oregano, rosemary, or parsley all work beautifully.
