Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Parmesan Smashed Potatoes, a side dish that perfectly balances crispy exteriors with creamy interiors. These golden bites are seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, making them a flavorful addition to family dinners or holiday celebrations. With a quick preparation time and versatile pairing options, they are sure to become your go-to recipe for any occasion. Serve alongside grilled meats or toss on fresh herbs for an extra pop of flavor. Don’t forget to whip up a refreshing yogurt and dill sauce for dipping—it’s the perfect complement to these savory potatoes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 baby yellow potatoes
- ½ stick unsalted butter (4 tablespoons), melted
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning or oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Fresh dill (finely chopped) to taste
Instructions
- Boil: Place baby potatoes in a large pot of water, bring to a boil, and cook until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Prepare Sheet: Line a sheet pan with parchment paper and mix melted butter, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning in a bowl.
- Coat Potatoes: Transfer boiled potatoes to the sheet pan, drizzle with the butter mixture, and toss gently.
- Smash: Using a potato masher or glass, gently press each potato until slightly flattened.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool & Serve: Allow cooling slightly before serving with yogurt dipping sauce made by mixing yogurt, olive oil, salt, and dill.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 potato (50g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg