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smashed potato salad

Smashed Potato Salad Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds baby gold or red potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons  olive oil
  • 1/2 cup  Greek yogurt  (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1/4 cup  mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon  Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon  fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves  garlic
  • 1/2 cup  fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup  red onion finely diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon  salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon  black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon  smoked paprika

Method
 

  1. Place your baby potatoes in a large pot of salted water and bring them to a steady simmer. Cook for about fifteen to twenty minutes until they are fork-tender and ready to be flattened.
  2. Spread the dry, cooked potatoes onto a lined baking sheet and use a flat-bottomed glass to press them down until they are half an inch thick. You want the skins to burst, creating rough edges that will become extra crispy in the oven.
  3. Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil and roast at 425°F for twenty to twenty-five minutes. Flip them halfway through to ensure both sides develop a deep golden-brown crunch.
  4. While the potatoes roast, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, mustard, lemon juice, and spices in a medium bowl. Using Greek yogurt is an excellent way to keep this vegetarian side dish high in protein.
  5. Let the crispy potatoes cool for a few minutes before gently folding them into the creamy herb dressing. Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for thirty minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Notes

  • Dry Your Potatoes: After boiling, make sure the potatoes are very dry before roasting so they get maximum crunch.
  • Use Baby Potatoes: Smaller potatoes have a higher skin-to-flesh ratio, which means more crispy bits in every bowl.
  • Fresh Herbs Only: The brightness of fresh dill and parsley makes a huge difference in cutting through the richness of the mayo.
  • Watch the Oven: Every oven is different, so keep an eye on your spuds after the 20-minute mark to ensure the edges don’t burn.