Crispy Smashed Potato Salad
A delightful twist on traditional potato salad featuring crispy potatoes coated in a creamy, herby dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pounds baby potatoes (mini yellow potatoes)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup kewpie mayonnaise (or regular mayo)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 dill pickle (finely chopped)
- 1 shallot (finely chopped)
- 1-2 pieces scallions (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper (you may need 2 sheets if they’re small).
- Place the potatoes in a large pot of well-salted cold water. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 7-8 minutes until just fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Pat the potatoes dry with a paper towel, then transfer them to the baking sheet. Gently smash each potato to 1/4 inch thick with a potato masher or the bottom of a glass.
- Brush with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Roast for 45-60 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
Dressing
- While the potatoes cook, whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil with the yogurt, mayo, Dijon, lemon juice, garlic, and parsley until smooth.
- Stir in the chopped pickle and shallot, taste, and season with salt and pepper, as needed. Cover and refrigerate.
Assembly
- When the potatoes are done, remove the tray from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Save some crispy brown potato bits for the topping, then transfer them to a large bowl and gently toss them with the herbed yogurt dressing until evenly coated.
- Garnish with chopped scallions and crispy potato bits. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
To keep leftovers fresh, store any uneaten potato salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. For a lighter option, substitute low-fat yogurt or mayo. Save some crispy potato bits to sprinkle on top for an extra crunch!