Description
Sweet Potato Bites With Honey and Feta are deliciously roasted sweet potato rounds coated with aromatic herbs and spices, then topped with sweet honey, salty feta cheese, tangy pomegranate arils, and fresh parsley for a perfect balance of flavors. This appetizer is easy to prepare and perfect for entertaining or a tasty snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 sprig of thyme (leaves only, chopped)
- Garlic powder (to taste)
- Dash of cayenne pepper (to taste)
- Sea salt (to taste)
- Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- 2 large sweet potatoes (or yams, scrubbed well, and cut into ½-inch rounds)
- 2 tbsp honey (warmed)
- 2 tbsp feta cheese crumbles
- 2 tbsp pomegranate arils
- Fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Seasoning: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, chopped thyme leaves, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat Sweet Potatoes: Add the sweet potato rounds to the bowl and toss thoroughly so each slice is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture on both sides.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Lay the coated sweet potato slices out in a single even layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 30 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through to allow both sides to become tender and caramelized.
- Add Toppings: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and immediately drizzle them with the warmed honey. Then sprinkle the feta cheese crumbles, pomegranate arils, and finished with a garnish of finely chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve: Plate the sweet potato bites and serve warm as a delightful appetizer or snack. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper according to your preference.
- Use yams as an alternative to sweet potatoes if preferred; roasting times may vary slightly.
- Honey can be substituted with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile or to make it vegan-friendly.
- Ensure sweet potato slices are cut uniformly to promote even cooking.
- These bites can be prepared ahead and reheated in the oven at 350 degrees for 10 minutes before serving.
- For a dairy-free version, omit feta cheese or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
