Spicy Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Orange Honey

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.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 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

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(674.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1000.3

Total Fat 43.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2659.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 62.0g
Protein 9.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 209.6mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 306.0mg	0%

*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: 38.0%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 58.2%