These delightful bites marry the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potato with the creamy tang of feta and the juicy pop of pomegranate seeds. Finished with a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, they make a stunning and flavor-packed appetizer perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or elegant snacking.
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Yields4 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time25 minsTotal Time35 mins
2large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
2tbspolive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
½cupcrumbled feta cheese
½cupcrumbled feta cheese
2tbsphoney (optional for drizzle)
Fresh thyme or mint leaves for garnish
Preheat oven
1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare sweet potatoes
2
Toss the sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Roast
3
Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized on the edges.
Assemble
4
Allow the rounds to cool slightly. Top each with a small spoonful of crumbled feta and a few pomegranate seeds.
Garnish and serve
5
Drizzle lightly with honey (optional) and sprinkle with fresh thyme or mint.
Serving Suggestions
6
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Pair with a glass of sparkling rosé or a citrusy sauvignon blanc for a refreshing contrast.
Ingredients
2large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into ½-inch rounds
2tbspolive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
½cupcrumbled feta cheese
½cupcrumbled feta cheese
2tbsphoney (optional for drizzle)
Fresh thyme or mint leaves for garnish
Directions
Preheat oven
1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare sweet potatoes
2
Toss the sweet potato rounds with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them in a single layer on the baking sheet.
Roast
3
Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized on the edges.
Assemble
4
Allow the rounds to cool slightly. Top each with a small spoonful of crumbled feta and a few pomegranate seeds.
Garnish and serve
5
Drizzle lightly with honey (optional) and sprinkle with fresh thyme or mint.
Serving Suggestions
6
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Pair with a glass of sparkling rosé or a citrusy sauvignon blanc for a refreshing contrast.
