This smashed potato salad recipe has taken TikTok by storm, and for good reason. Perfectly roasted potatoes with crispy edges are tossed with a creamy dressing, creating a simple yet irresistible dish.
Boil Potatoes: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the baby potatoes and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly.
Smash Potatoes: Place the cooked potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Use a flat surface like the bottom of a glass or a potato masher to gently smash each potato to flatten slightly.
Season Potatoes: Drizzle the smashed potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Toss gently to coat.
Bake Potatoes: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the potatoes are crispy and golden brown.
Prepare Dressing: While the potatoes are baking, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the crispy smashed potatoes, diced red onion, parsley, and dill. Set aside a few roasted potatoes for garnish. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve: Garnish with the saved roasted potatoes. Serve the potato salad warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Boil the baby potatoes just until they’re tender but not falling apart. Overcooking them can make them mushy and harder to smash. Aim for a fork that can easily pierce the potatoes without making them too soft.
Be gentle when smashing the boiled potatoes. You want them smashed, not mashed into a paste. Leave a bit of texture for those crispy edges.
Roasting the smashed potatoes at a high temperature is key to the crispy edges. Also, do not crowd the potatoes on the sheet—this allows them to crisp up evenly.
Once the potatoes are roasted, let them cool for a few minutes before tossing them with the dressing. The dressing may separate if you toss them while they're too hot.