Description
Easy, melt-in-your-mouth honey roasted sweet potatoes with caramelized edges and a bright honey–lemon butter glaze. A quick, flavorful side dish perfect for weeknights or holidays.
Ingredients
2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 lemon, juice and zest
1/4 cup honey
Salt, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Peel and chop the sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add them to a large bowl and season with salt.
- In a small saucepan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat until the butter melts.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Simmer for 1 minute on low heat.
- Pour the honey–lemon butter over the sweet potatoes and toss to coat well.
- Spread the potatoes evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 25 minutes, or until golden and tender, adding extra time if needed.
Notes
Add cinnamon or smoked paprika for extra warmth.
Mix in a little maple syrup for richer sweetness.
Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme add a savory balance.
Cut potatoes evenly for consistent cooking.
Reheat in a hot oven to regain crisp edges.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
