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Crispy Smashed Potato Salad

Crispy Smashed Potato Salad with a Creamy Crunchy Twist

A delightful Crispy Smashed Potato Salad that combines satisfying textures with rich flavors from creamy dressing, fresh herbs, and zesty pickles.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Baby Potatoes Mini yellow potatoes work best.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Feel free to adjust based on taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Fresh ground black pepper is recommended.
For the Dressing
  • 3/4 cup Greek Yogurt Substitute with sour cream if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Kewpie Mayonnaise Regular mayonnaise can be used if Kewpie isn't available.
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard Contributes a zesty tang.
  • 1/2 lemon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1 Dill Pickle Finely chopped.
  • 1 Shallot Finely chopped.
For Garnish
  • 1-2 Scallions Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • potato masher
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Fill a large pot with water, adding a pinch of salt, and bring it to a boil. Add baby potatoes and cook for 7-8 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly.
  2. On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place the cooled potatoes and gently smash each one to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  3. Drizzle the smashed potatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 45-60 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  4. While the potatoes roast, whisk together the dressing: combine Greek yogurt, Kewpie mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dill pickle, and shallot in a mixing bowl. Mix until smooth.
  5. Once the potatoes have cooled, toss them in the dressing until well-coated, reserving a few crispy potato pieces for topping.
  6. Transfer the salad to a serving dish, top with reserved crispy bits and scallions if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This salad can be made-ahead. Consider preparing the dressing a day in advance for deeper flavor.

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