Description
Indulge in the Best Baked Sweet Potato with Feta, a delightful dish that marries the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with the creamy tang of feta cheese. This easy-to-make recipe can be served as a wholesome main course or a vibrant side dish, perfect for any occasion. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a blend of spices that create an explosion of flavor, this dish is both comforting and nutritious. Whether you enjoy it as part of a festive gathering or a casual weeknight dinner, this savory treat is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes; cut them into wedges or cubes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the sweet potato pieces in the spice mixture until evenly coated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer.
- Bake for about 40 minutes until tender and golden.
- Drizzle with honey, sprinkle with feta cheese, and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked sweet potato (150g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 382mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg