Best Baked Sweet Potato with Feta
If you’re seeking a delightful dish that balances simplicity and flavor, the Best Baked Sweet Potato with Feta is your answer! This recipe marries the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the tangy creaminess of feta cheese, creating a dish that’s perfect for any occasion—from busy weeknights to festive gatherings. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this comforting meal can be enjoyed as a satisfying main course or a flavorful side. With just 15 minutes of prep time and easy steps to follow, you’ll find it becomes a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy its versatility by customizing toppings or adding veggies for a nutritious twist!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 3
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley
- Extra honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and poke holes in each sweet potato.
- Mix olive oil, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, crushed red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Rub over sweet potatoes.
- Bake directly on the oven rack or on parchment-lined baking sheet for about 40 minutes until tender.
- Remove from oven, slice open lengthwise, fluff insides with a fork, drizzle with honey, and top with feta and herbs.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 baked sweet potato (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg