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Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

Ultimate Crispy Smashed Potato Salad with a Crunchy Twist

Discover the delight in Crispy Smashed Potato Salad, a flavorful twist on the classic dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Baby Potatoes or new potatoes or Yukon Gold
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly cracked black pepper
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or non-dairy yogurt for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Kewpie Mayonnaise or regular/vegan mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh preferred
  • 1 clove Garlic Clove minced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or chives/green onions
For Crunch and Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Dill Pickle chopped
  • 1 small Shallot finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Scallions optional for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Potato Masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and carefully add the baby potatoes. Cook them for about 7-8 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not falling apart. Once done, drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
  2. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, take each potato and gently smash it using a potato masher or the bottom of a glass. Aim for a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes, seasoning generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 45-60 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  4. While the potatoes are roasting, combine Greek yogurt, kewpie mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and minced garlic in a mixing bowl. Stir in chopped dill pickle and shallot until smooth.
  5. Once the smashed potatoes are crispy and slightly cooled, gently toss them with the creamy dressing, reserving some for garnish.
  6. To serve, top the salad with reserved crispy potato bits and a sprinkle of chopped scallions. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored separately in airtight containers to maintain crispiness.

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