Mediterranean baked sweet potatoes roast till caramelized top with feta olives oregano lemon quick 30 min prep GF options serving tips
Ingredients
Scale
4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2–2.5 lb)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
1 clove garlic, finely grated
2 tbsp lemon juice + zest
1/2 cup crumbled feta (or plant-based alternative)
1/3 cup chopped Kalamata olives or capers
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (or chopped almonds/walnuts)
1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley and/or mint
Optional: drizzle of honey or pomegranate molasses
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Scrub sweet potatoes and pat dry. Pierce each potato a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape.
Rub sweet potatoes with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika. Place on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment or foil and roast for 45–60 minutes (depending on size) until tender and skins are lightly blistered. (Tip: halve lengthwise and roast cut-side down to shorten the time and boost caramelization.)
While potatoes roast, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, grated garlic, a pinch of salt, and a splash of olive oil. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Toast pine nuts (or chosen nuts) in a small dry skillet over medium heat until golden, about 2–3 minutes, shaking the pan often to prevent burning.
When potatoes are done, slice them open and fluff the insides with a fork. Spoon a generous dollop of lemon-garlic yogurt into each potato. Top with crumbled feta, chopped olives or capers, toasted nuts, and fresh herbs. Finish with an optional drizzle of honey or pomegranate molasses.
Serve warm with extra lemon wedges and a simple salad if desired. Store components separately in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat potatoes gently before assembling.
Notes
Roasted sweet potatoes topped with lemon-garlic Greek yogurt, crumbled feta, olives or capers, toasted pine nuts, and fresh herbs for a bright Mediterranean take on a comforting dish. Versatile as a vegetarian main, side, or make-ahead lunch.
