Description
Sweet and savory caramelized sweet potatoes roasted to perfection, then finished with a rich maple glaze, crumbled feta, and toasted crunchy walnuts. A perfect side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped and toasted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, pepper, and cinnamon until well coated.
- Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
- While sweet potatoes roast, whisk together maple syrup and melted butter in a small bowl.
- Remove sweet potatoes from oven and immediately drizzle with maple-butter mixture, tossing gently to coat.
- Transfer sweet potatoes to a serving dish. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and toasted walnuts. Serve warm.
Notes
To toast walnuts, place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. For a vegan version, omit the feta or use a plant-based substitute, and use coconut oil instead of butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Fat: 13 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Protein: 5 g