Prepare these simple roasted sweet potato rounds coated in a rich brown sugar glaze and finished with savory herbs. This recipe offers a flavorful side dish perfect for weeknight meals or holiday spreads.
Author:sarahmiller
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:25 min
Total Time:35 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
3 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed clean
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Slice the sweet potatoes into rounds approximately 1/2 inch thick. You do not need to peel them.
In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, honey, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Place the sweet potato rounds on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil and toss gently to coat.
Spoon the brown sugar and herb mixture evenly over the sweet potato rounds, ensuring both sides receive some glaze.
Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping the rounds halfway through the cooking time, until they are tender and the edges are caramelized.
Serve immediately as an easy sweet potato side dish.
Notes
For extra savory flavor, you can toss the roasted rounds with 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese immediately after removing them from the oven.
If your sweet potatoes are very large, cut them into wedges instead of rounds to ensure even cooking.
This recipe works well for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.