Crispy Smashed Potatoes: Easy & Delicious Side Dish for Any Meal
Crispy smashed potatoes are a simple yet delightful side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool for a few minutes.
- On a baking sheet, place the potatoes and gently smash them with a fork or the bottom of a glass.
- Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure that the potatoes are of uniform size for even cooking.
- You can customize the seasoning as per your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg