Spiced Lime and Honey Glazed Roasted Sweet Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

Roasted sweet potatoes tossed in a warm honey and lime glaze with a hint of spice, creating a deliciously balanced side dish. This African-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs sweet potatoes, olive oil, 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 a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 large (about 1 lb), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large mixing bowl, toss 1 lb peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, ensuring all pieces are evenly coated.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until combined and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour the honey-lime spice mixture over the sweet potatoes and toss thoroughly to coat every cube.
4. Step 4: Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and serve warm as a vibrant, flavorful side dish.