Citrus and Honey-Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-05 · Updated 2026-06-05

Tender roasted sweet potatoes glazed with a zesty citrus and honey sauce to provide comforting sweetness and vitamin C during cold recovery. This Mediterranean-inspired quick recipe (gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, raw honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp raw honey
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tsp fresh lemon zest
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large bowl, toss 2 medium peeled and 1-inch cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
2. Step 2: Spread the sweet potatoes on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and golden brown at the edges.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, whisk together 2 tbsp raw honey, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, 1 tsp fresh lemon zest, and 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
4. Step 4: Remove sweet potatoes from oven, drizzle the honey-citrus glaze over them, and toss gently to coat. Return to oven for 5 more minutes until the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
5. Step 5: Serve warm as a comforting side rich in vitamin C to support cold recovery.