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Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds with Honey & Feta

Tender roasted sweet potato rounds topped with creamy feta, golden honey, and fresh thyme — a beautiful, flavorful, and easy side dish perfect for holidays or weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 190

Ingredients
  

Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds
  • 2 large sweet potatoes peeled and sliced into ¼-inch rounds
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika optional
Toppings
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 2 tbsp honey plus more for drizzling
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp lemon zest optional

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Chef’s knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Basting brush

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice sweet potatoes into ¼-inch rounds and arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  3. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  4. Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and golden.
  5. Transfer to serving platter, top with crumbled feta, drizzle of honey, and thyme leaves.
  6. Finish with lemon zest and serve warm.

Notes

For a spicy kick, add a sprinkle of chili flakes before roasting or drizzle with hot honey at the end.