Description
Roasted sweet potato rounds with creamy feta, honey, walnuts, and thyme—elegant and balanced. Crispy edges meet tender centers, while tangy cheese and bright balsamic glaze add sophistication. Perfect as a vegetarian appetizer or side.
Ingredients
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1.25 cm rounds
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
½ tsp fine sea salt
¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
115 g crumbled feta cheese
2 tbsp honey (preferably wildflower or orange blossom)
1 tbsp balsamic glaze
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
¼ cup chopped walnuts (English walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and black pepper
Spread in a single layer on the prepared sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp, flipping once halfway
Remove from oven and let cool slightly
Top each round with feta, a drizzle of honey, fresh thyme, and chopped walnuts
Finish with balsamic glaze just before serving
Notes
Use fresh thyme for the best aromatic impact
Balsamic glaze is optional but recommended for visual elegance
Serve warm with a small fork for easy eating
Storage notes: best consumed fresh, but leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Healthy Quick Meals | Easy Clean Eating Recipes
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: French-Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 round per serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg