Honey Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds
on Jan 15, 2026
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These Honey Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds are the kind of side dish that feels a little fancy but is secretly so simple to make. Crispy edges, tender centers, warm spices, a drizzle of honey, and salty feta on top—it’s the perfect sweet-and-savory combo that works for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
They’re naturally gluten-free, packed with fiber, and make an excellent macro-friendly carb option to pair with your favorite protein. Whether you’re serving these fresh from the oven or adding them to a meal prep bowl, they’re always a hit.
Macros per Serving
Makes: 5 servings
Serving Size: 88g
Calories: 204
Macros: 3.1p / 34.6c / 6.4f / 4.7 fiber
How to Log It
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Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes
- Cinnamon
- Smoked paprika
- Ground cumin
- Ground coriander
- Red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Olive oil
- Honey (hot or regular)
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley
Substitution Ideas
- Dairy-Free: Skip the feta or use a dairy-free alternative.
- No Honey: Swap with maple syrup or hot honey substitute.
- Oil Swap: Avocado oil works great here.
- No Heat: Omit the red pepper flakes for a milder version.
Variation Ideas
- Extra Crispy: Roast for an additional 5–10 minutes, keeping a close eye on them.
- Spicy Honey: Use hot honey or add a pinch of cayenne.
- Mediterranean Style: Add lemon zest and extra parsley.
- Savory Version: Skip the honey and finish with a squeeze of lemon juice instead.
Recipe Tip
For the best texture, make sure the sweet potatoes are spread out in one even layer—crowding the pan will cause them to steam instead of roast.
What to Serve With
- Grilled or roasted chicken
- Steak or pork tenderloin
- Salmon or shrimp
- Added to a meal prep bowl with protein and veggies
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Supplies Used
Full sheet pan–This is a larger sized sheet pan and works great for this recipe so you have room to spread the sweet potatoes out for more even roasting.
How to Store & Reheat
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven or air fryer for best texture, or microwave for convenience.
- Meal Prep Tip: These hold their flavor well and pair perfectly with high-protein mains.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Simple ingredients, big flavor
- Perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy
- High-fiber carb option (4.7g fiber per serving)
- Great for meal prep or holiday sides
- Easy to customize based on heat preference
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Honey Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, 775g
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey, 21g(hot or regular)
- 20 g crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Peel and slice sweet potatoes. I made mine about 1/4″ thick. Place on a sheet pan.
- In a small bowl combine all the spices.
- Drizzle the olive oil on the potatoes and season with the seasoning. Coat all pieces well and spread potatoes out in one even layer if possible.
- Bake for 35 minutes, flipping potatoes half way through.
- Remove from oven and drizzle on the honey and top with crumbled feta and parsley.
Notes
- Find in MyFitnessPal or the MacrosFirst app by searching for, “Stay Fit Mom Honey Roasted Sweet Potato Rounds.”
