This melt-in-your-mouth side dish is easy to make. If you’ve been wondering how to make roasted sweet potatoes, this recipe is for you.
INGREDIENTS
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- 2 pounds sweet potatoes peeled and chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 lemon juice + zest
- ¼ cup honey
INSTRUCTIONS
PREP
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Preheat oven to 425° Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Set aside.
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Peel and cut sweet potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add to a large bowl and season with salt.
MAKING THE HONEY-LEMON BUTTER
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Add butter and olive oil to a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until the butter has melted. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and honey. Simmer for one minute on low heat.
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Pour the honey-lemon butter over the sweet potatoes. Toss well to make sure the sweet potatoes are evenly coated.
ROASTING
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Transfer sweet potatoes onto the baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes. Check for doneness and add additional time if needed.
