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They make a wonderful side dish to grilled chicken, fish, or steak Recipe

They make a wonderful side dish to grilled chicken, fish, or steak Recipe
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Honey Feta Sweet Potato Rounds are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish featuring sweet, roasted sweet potato slices topped with salty feta cheese and drizzled with sweet honey. Optional toppings like fresh thyme, nuts, and balsamic glaze add extra flavor and texture, making them perfect for snacks, meals, or entertaining.

Ingredients

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Sweet Potato Rounds

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Toppings

  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional, for drizzling)
  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice sweet potatoes: Use a vegetable peeler to remove all skin from the sweet potatoes. Slice into ½-inch thick, even rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline slicer for uniform cooking.
  2. Season the rounds: In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Ensure each piece is evenly coated to help with roasting and flavor.
  3. Preheat oven and arrange rounds: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange sweet potato rounds in a single layer without overlapping.
  4. Roast the sweet potatoes: Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through. Check tenderness by piercing with a fork; continue an extra 5 minutes if needed until tender and slightly browned.
  5. Cool slightly: Remove from oven and let the rounds cool for a few minutes to prevent feta from melting too much.
  6. Add toppings: Evenly sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over warm rounds. Drizzle honey on top. Optionally, add chopped fresh thyme, nuts, and balsamic glaze for added flavor and texture.
  7. Serve immediately: Enjoy the sweet potato rounds warm as an appetizer, side dish, or snack. Store leftovers refrigerated and reheat as needed.

Notes

  • Sweet Potato Variety: Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes are preferred but white or purple varieties also work.
  • Cheese Substitutions: Try goat cheese, ricotta, or Parmesan as alternatives to feta.
  • Honey Alternatives: Use maple syrup or agave nectar instead of honey if preferred.
  • Spice Options: Add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for heat before roasting.
  • Herbs: Substitute thyme with rosemary, oregano, or sage.
  • Nut-Free Version: Omit nuts or replace with sunflower or pumpkin seeds for crunch.
  • Make it a Meal: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas on top to make it more filling.
  • Air Fryer Method: Preheat to 375°F (190°C) and air fry the rounds for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven, microwave, or air fryer.

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Keywords: sweet potato rounds, honey feta sweet potato, roasted sweet potatoes, appetizer, side dish, vegetarian snack

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