Description
This crispy smashed potato salad is a delightful twist on traditional potato salad, combining crispy smashed potatoes with a creamy dressing and fresh herbs. It’s the perfect side dish for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup crumbled bacon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, gently smash each potato until flattened but still in one piece.
- Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until crispy and golden.
- While the potatoes are baking, prepare the dressing. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Once the potatoes are crispy, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crispy potatoes, chopped chives, parsley, red onion, and bacon (if using).
- Drizzle the dressing over the potato mixture and gently toss to coat. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the potatoes for an additional 2-3 minutes after baking.
- Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite herbs or add-ins like diced celery or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 10
Keywords: Crispy Smashed Potato Salad, Potato Salad Recipe, Crispy Potato Side Dish, Easy Potato Salad, Oven Roasted Potatoes, Potato Salad with Bacon, Herbed Potato Salad