Description
Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a delightful side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the rich flavor of honey. This easy recipe results in tender, caramelized potatoes that are perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
- 2–3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: cinnamon or nutmeg
- Optional: red pepper flakes
- Optional: fresh rosemary or thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Peel them if desired, then cut them into uniform 1-inch cubes or wedges.
- In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes with about 2 tablespoons of olive oil, tossing until evenly coated. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of sea salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper, and add any optional spices if using.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until they start to soften and brown.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of honey over the sweet potatoes, tossing gently to coat.
- Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue roasting for another 15-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized, flipping them once or twice during this time.
- Once done, remove from the oven and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or a dash more salt.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Ensure uniformity in cutting the sweet potatoes for even cooking. Don't overcrowd the baking sheet to avoid steaming. Parchment paper helps with cleanup and prevents sticking. Add honey halfway through roasting to prevent burning.