Roasted Sweet Potato Honey Feta (Print Version)
Caramelized sweet potato rounds topped with creamy feta and honey for a sweet and savory Mediterranean-inspired appetizer.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, washed and sliced into ½-inch thick rounds
→ For Roasting
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
04 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
→ Topping
06 - 3 oz feta cheese, crumbled
07 - 2 tablespoons honey
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
09 - Zest of 1 lemon
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange the sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika if using. Toss to coat and spread evenly.
03 - Roast for 22-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the rounds are golden and lightly caramelized at the edges.
04 - Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
05 - Arrange the sweet potato rounds on a serving platter. Sprinkle with crumbled feta, drizzle with honey, and finish with fresh parsley, lemon zest, and a dash of black pepper.
06 - Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The caramelized edges against cool creamy feta is a texture combination nobody can resist
- These disappear faster than any other appetizer I have ever served
02 -
- Do not crowd the baking sheet or the sweet potatoes will steam instead of roast
- Let them cool for at least 5 minutes before adding the cheese so it does not disappear into the slices
03 -
- Make the roasted rounds a day ahead and just add toppings before serving
- Set up a toppings bar and let guests build their own for interactive entertaining