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SMASHED POTATO SALAD

Published: Apr 20, 2025 ยท Modified: May 9, 2025 by Gari ยท This post may contain affiliate links ยท 2 Comments

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Looking for a potato salad that's a little extra? This smashed potato salad is the perfect twist on the classic! Instead of using boiled chunks, this recipe uses crispy smashed potatoes roasted until golden, then tossed with a creamy, tangy dressing and fresh herbs. The result? A salad that's crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with bold, zesty flavor.

Smashed potato salad served in a white bowl.

Whether planning a picnic, BBQ, or just wanting a delicious dinner side dish, this smashed potato salad recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make, endlessly customizable, and a fun upgrade to the usual potato salad.

Try my other potato recipes. For other BBQ options, try roasted asparagus, Brussels sprout salad, Indian corn, baked potato, etc.

The post contains Helpful Tips and tricks for making crispy Smashed Potato Salad. But if you're in a hurry, you can also click "Jump to Recipe" under the Heading to go directly to the Recipe Card.

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  • ABOUT SMASHED POTATO SALAD
  • ๐Ÿฅ˜ INGREDIENTS
  • ๐Ÿ”ช INSTRUCTIONS (with Step-by-Step Pictures)
  • ๐Ÿ’ญEXPERT TIPS
  • STORAGE
  • ๐Ÿ“–FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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ABOUT SMASHED POTATO SALAD

Smashed potato salad is a fun and yummy dish made with baby potatoes. First, the potatoes are cooked until they are soft. Then, they are gently smashed and roasted until the outside gets crispy and golden. After that, the crispy potatoes are mixed with a tasty dressing made with yogurt, mayonnaise, herbs, and spices.

This salad is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, making it a real treat. It's perfect for picnics, parties, or family dinners. Once you try smashed potato salad, you'll want to eat it repeatedly!

Overshot of smashed baby potatoes salad served in a white bowl in creamy yogurt dressing.

🥘 INGREDIENTS

  1. POTATOES: Use baby red potatoes as they provide a nice color to the smashed potatoes. Red and golden potatoes are soft and creamy, making them perfect for the recipe.
  2. OIL/BUTTER: You can substitute oil for butter. Mix oil or melted butter with paprika, minced garlic, or garlic powder.
  3. YOGURT & MAYONNAISE: To make the dressing for smashed potato salad, you can use ยฝ cup of yogurt and ยฝ cup of mayonnaise. Alternatively, you can use only Greek yogurt to make it healthier.
  4. HERBS: To enhance the dressing's flavor and aroma, you will need chopped parsley, green onions (also known as scallions), and dill leaves.
  5. ADD-ONS: You can use more garlic powder, red chili flakes (optional), red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and Dijon Mustard.

🔪 INSTRUCTIONS (with Step-by-Step Pictures)

Boil the potato in salted water.
  1. Step 1 - Boil Potatoes: Boil the potatoes in salted water for 6-8 minutes.
Smash the boil potatoes using a cup or a bowl.

2. Step 2—Smash Potatoes: Once the potatoes are boiled, smash them using a cup or a bowl.

Make a spiced oil by mixing oil with paprika and garlic powder.

3. Step 3 - Make Spiced Oil: Make spiced oil by combining paprika and garlic powder.

Brush spiced oil mix over the smash potatoes and bake them until crisp.

4. Step 4 - Brush oil on smashed potatoes: Brush oil over the potatoes. Bake at 400°F for 45-55 minutes.

In a bowl add mayonnaise, greek yogurt, parsley, dilll leaves, dijon mustard, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and red chili flakes.

5. Step 5 - Make Yogurt Dressing: In a bowl, add mayonnaise, cucumber, Greek yogurt, parsley, dill leaves, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and red chili flakes.

Mix all the ingredients and then add smashed potatoes. Garnish with scallions and enjoy!

6. Step 6 - Add Smashed Potatoes: Mix all the ingredients and place smashed potatoes over the yogurt dressing. Garnish with scallions and enjoy!

💭EXPERT TIPS

  1. Small potatoes, like baby gold or red potatoes, smash and crisp beautifully. Larger potatoes may fall apart or stay too soft in the center.
  2. Boil potatoes in salty water so you don't need to add salt later.
  3. Boil potatoes until soft enough to pierce with a fork but still hold their shape. Overcooked ones may fall apart when smashed.
  4. Press the bottom of a glass or a spoon into the potatoes, but do not crush them. Too much pressure will break the potatoes entirely.
  5. Let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes after roasting so they don't make the dressing too runny when tossed.

With these expert tips, your smashed potato salad will be crispy on the outside, soft inside, and perfectly dressed every time. 

Image showing salad made with smashed potatoes garnished with parsley.

STORAGE

Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you haven't mixed the roasted potatoes and dressing, store them separately to keep them crispy.

Reheating: To revive crispiness, reheat the potatoes in an oven or air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 5–8 minutes. Only toss with dressing after reheating if storing separately.

Image showing a spoonful of smashed potato salad recipe.

📖FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I make smashed potato salad ahead of time?

Yes! You can roast the smashed potatoes ahead and store them unmixed. Add the dressing just before serving to keep the potatoes crispy.

What type of potatoes works best?

Baby potatoes (red, gold, or new potatoes) are perfect. They're small, soft inside, and crisp up beautifully when smashed and roasted.

Can I use sweet potatoes instead?

Yes! You can use small sweet potatoes. They may be a bit softer and less crispy, but they are still delicious with the right amount of seasoning.

How do I keep potatoes crispy after mixing the dressing?

Mix the dressing just before serving, and make sure the potatoes have cooled slightly so they don't steam and soften.

Is the smashed potato recipe served hot or cold?

You can enjoy it warm, at room temperature, or cold. Warm is best if you love crispy edges; cold is great for leftovers or picnics.

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Smashed potato salad served in a white bowl.

SMASHED POTATO SALAD

Gari
Looking for a potato salad that's a little extra? This smashed potato salad is the perfect twist on the classic! Instead of using boiled chunks, this recipe uses crispy smashed potatoes roasted until golden, then tossed with a creamy, tangy dressing and fresh herbs. The result? A salad that's crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with bold, zesty flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 people
Calories 238 kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Baking Tray

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes

  • 2 lbs Baby Potatoes
  • Water for boiling
  • 1 tablespoon Salt
  • 2-3 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil or Melted Butter
  • 2 tablespoon Garlic Powder or minced Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika

For Greek Yogurt Dipping Sauce

  • ยฝ cup Greek Yogurt
  • ยฝ cup Mayonnaise or Vegan Mayonnaise
  • 1 small Cucumber sliced or chopped
  • 1 handful Parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Dill Leaves chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Red Chili Flakes
  • 2 Scallions sliced
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Instructions
 

Boil The Potatoes

  • Wash the potatoes well. Add them to a pot of salted water and boil until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain the water and let the potatoes cool slightly.
    2 lbs Baby Potatoes, 1 tablespoon Salt, Water

Smash The Potatoes

  • Place the boiled potatoes on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Use the back of the spoon, fork, or cup to gently press each potato flat.
    (Note- Don't press potatoes too hard, otherwise they will fall apart.)

Make Spiced Oil

  • In a small bowl, add extra virgin olive oil. Add minced garlic or garlic powder, and Paprika, mix until well combined. Brush this oil on the smashed potatoes.
    2-3 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 2 tablespoon Garlic Powder, 1 tablespoon Paprika

Roast Until Crispy

  • Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer at 400 degrees F for 3-4 minutes. Place potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer (leaving a slight gap between two potatoes). Air fry at 375 degrees F for 15 minutes until crispy on one side. Keep rotating the potatoes every 5 minutes.
    Oven: Preheat oven to 400℉ for 15 minutes. Place the baking tray in the oven and bake for 45-55 minutes or until crispy. Remove the tray from the oven and let them sit for 5 minutes.

Make The Dressing

  • In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, cucumber, parsley, dill leaves, red wine vinegar, dijon mustard, lemon juice, and red chili flakes until well combined.
    ยฝ cup Greek Yogurt, ยฝ cup Mayonnaise, 1 small Cucumber, 1 handful Parsley, 2 tablespoon Dill Leaves, 2 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar, 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice, 2 tablespoon Dijon Mustard, 1 tablespoon Red Chili Flakes

Toss & Serve

  • Place the potatoes in the bowl and gently toss with the dressing. Garnish with scallions. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy.
    2 Scallions

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Nutrition Facts
SMASHED POTATO SALAD
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
238
Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
 
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
 
0.03
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
7
mg
2
%
Sodium
 
1033
mg
45
%
Potassium
 
593
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
 
24
g
8
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
 
434
IU
9
%
Vitamin C
 
27
mg
33
%
Calcium
 
43
mg
4
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Notes

Don't forget to check out the FAQ and step-by-step instructions with pictures, as it can be helpful if you get stuck and need help!
 
STORAGE
Leftover salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. If you haven't mixed the roasted potatoes and dressing, store them separately to keep them crispy.
Reheating: To revive crispiness, reheat the potatoes in an oven or air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 5–8 minutes. Only toss with dressing after reheating if storing separately.
TIPS
  1. Small potatoes, like baby gold or red potatoes, smash and crisp beautifully. Larger potatoes may fall apart or stay too soft in the center.
  2. Boil potatoes in salty water so you don't need to add salt later.
  3. Boil potatoes until soft enough to pierce with a fork but still hold their shape. Overcooked ones may fall apart when smashed.
  4. Press the bottom of a glass or a spoon, but do not crush. Too much pressure will break them entirely.
  5. Let the potatoes rest for 5 minutes after roasting so they don't make the dressing too runny when tossed.
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  1. Samantha says

    May 09, 2025 at 1:24 pm

    Just made smashed potato salad, and it's so crispy, creamy, and full of flavor love this !

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  2. Sunny says

    May 09, 2025 at 1:26 pm

    5 stars
    taste really good with Dill.

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