Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Best Baked Sweet Potato with Feta, a dish that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the tangy richness of feta cheese. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as a side or main course. With a blend of aromatic spices and fresh toppings, this baked sweet potato is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering or cozy weeknight dinner. The comforting combination of textures and tastes makes it a healthy choice packed with nutrients. Elevate your meal experience with this simple yet satisfying recipe!
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 tablespoon honey
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then cut each in half lengthwise.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, honey, salt, and pepper. Brush this mixture on the cut sides of the sweet potatoes.
- Place sweet potatoes cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 40 minutes until tender.
- After baking, flip the sweet potatoes over, drizzle with additional honey, and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
- Garnish with chopped chives or parsley and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked sweet potato half (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg