Honey Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Ingredients:
2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
Directions:
Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a large baking sheet.
Prepare Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, mix honey, olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Add the sweet potatoes and toss to coat evenly.
Roast: Spread the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake: Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.
Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot for a delicious side dish.
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 468 kcal per serving
Serving and Storage Tips
Serving Suggestions:
Serve Warm: Enjoy the sweet potatoes warm to enhance their caramelized sweetness.
Pair with Main Dishes: These sweet potatoes complement roasted chicken, grilled meats, fish, or vegetarian dishes, and are great for holiday meals.
Top with Garnishes: Add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for color and flavor, or sprinkle with chopped nuts for extra crunch.
Use as a Salad Topper: Add to a mixed greens salad with goat cheese, dried cranberries, and balsamic vinaigrette for a hearty salad.
Incorporate into Grain Bowls: Combine with quinoa, farro, or brown rice, along with your favorite veggies and proteins, and top with a tahini or yogurt dressing.
Storage Tips:
Refrigerate Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat Properly: Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through, or use the microwave in short bursts.
Freeze for Longer Storage: Freeze on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen in a 375°F oven.
Avoid Overcrowding: Store in a single layer to prevent the sweet potatoes from becoming mushy.
Label and Date: Always label containers with the date to keep track of freshness.
Variations
1. Spicy Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the honey and olive oil mixture.
Flavor Twist: Top with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro.
2. Maple Cinnamon Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Substitute honey with pure maple syrup.
Flavor Twist: Add a dash of nutmeg or allspice.
3. Herb-Infused Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Add fresh or dried herbs like rosemary, thyme, or sage.
Flavor Twist: Finish with flaky sea salt.
4. Garlic Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Add minced garlic to the honey and olive oil mixture.
Flavor Twist: Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
5. Nutty Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Toss in chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts before roasting.
Flavor Twist: Drizzle with melted butter and a touch of brown sugar.
6. Citrus Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Add the zest and juice of one orange.
Flavor Twist: Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
7. Balsamic Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Drizzle with balsamic vinegar before roasting.
Flavor Twist: Top with crumbled goat cheese or feta.
8. Cranberry Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Add dried cranberries before roasting.
Flavor Twist: Sprinkle with crumbled blue cheese.
9. Smoky Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes:
Ingredients: Add a teaspoon of smoked paprika.
Flavor Twist: Finish with toasted sesame seeds.
10. Asian-Inspired Honey Roasted Sweet Potatoes: