Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Orange Honey

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Elevate your side dish game with these Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Orange Honey—a vibrant blend of bold spices and tangy-sweet citrus glaze that will tantalize your taste buds! Perfectly roasted sweet potatoes are seasoned with smoky paprika, warming cumin, and a fiery kick of cayenne pepper, creating a harmonious balance of heat and flavor. The pièce de résistance is the luscious orange honey glaze, infused with fresh orange juice and zest, which adds a bright, golden sweetness to the caramelized potatoes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings. Ready in under an hour, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser that balances cozy comfort with gourmet flair.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 4 medium-sized sweet potatoes
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons orange juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes for even roasting.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, ground cayenne pepper, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

4. Add the sweet potato cubes to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.

5. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even cooking.

6. Roast the sweet potatoes in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking, until they are tender and caramelized at the edges.

7. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, prepare the orange honey glaze by whisking together the orange juice, honey, and orange zest in a small bowl.

8. Once the sweet potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and immediately drizzle the orange honey glaze over them. Toss gently to coat.

9. Transfer the glazed sweet potatoes to a serving platter and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (167.2g)

Calories		244
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		10.4 g	13%
	Saturated Fat	1.5 g	8%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		561 mg	24%
Total Carbohydrate		37.3 g	14%
	Dietary Fiber	4.5 g	16%
	Total Sugars	15.5 g
Protein		2.3 g	5%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		53 mg	4%
Iron		1.8 mg	10%
Potassium		72 mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 375 cal (37.2%%)

Protein: 37 cal (3.7%%)

Carbs: 595 cal (59.1%%)