Description
A simple and delicious recipe for honey roasted sweet potatoes, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with honey and warming cinnamon, perfect as a nutritious side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
Seasoning & Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, honey, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly until the sweet potatoes are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Arrange Sweet Potatoes: Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
- Roast Sweet Potatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes. Stir the sweet potatoes halfway through the cooking time to promote uniform caramelization and tenderness.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before serving.
Notes
- Be sure to toss the sweet potatoes halfway through roasting for even cooking and caramelization.
- Parchment paper on the baking sheet makes cleanup easier and prevents sticking.
- Adjust honey quantity according to your preferred level of sweetness.
- Chopped fresh parsley adds a fresh herbal flavor as a garnish but is optional.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats, grilled chicken, or a hearty salad.
