Description
Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes are a delightful side dish that combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the rich flavors of honey and lemon. This easy recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or enjoying a casual family meal. The sweet potatoes are roasted until they achieve a beautiful caramelization, enhancing their flavor and making them irresistibly delicious. With just five simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe over and over again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (peeled and chopped)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine peeled and chopped sweet potatoes with olive oil, melted butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Toss until well coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, tossing halfway through for even cooking.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg