Best Baked Sweet Potato with Feta
If you’re in search of a comforting and nutritious dish that’s sure to please the whole family, look no further than the Best Baked Sweet Potato with Feta. This delightful recipe combines tender sweet potatoes with creamy feta cheese, creating a perfect balance of flavors that is both satisfying and easy to prepare. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy this dish as a side or main course in under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights or gatherings. Plus, it’s versatile enough to customize with various toppings and spices, ensuring everyone will find their favorite way to enjoy it.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then prick each several times with a fork. Coat lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
- Bake directly on the oven rack or on a lined baking sheet for about 40 minutes until tender.
- While baking, mix olive oil, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, chili flakes, black pepper, and honey in a bowl.
- Once baked, let cool slightly before cutting open lengthwise. Drizzle with the spice mix and top generously with feta and herbs.
- Serve warm, drizzled with extra honey if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg