Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Parmesan Smashed Potatoes, a side dish that combines crispy, cheesy exteriors with a tender and creamy interior. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to festive gatherings—this simple yet flavorful recipe is sure to impress. The addition of a refreshing yogurt and dill sauce elevates the dish, making it an unforgettable treat that everyone will adore. With minimal effort required, you can whip up these gourmet potatoes that are not only delicious but also versatile enough to pair beautifully with grilled chicken, steak, or roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 baby yellow potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup plain yogurt (for the yogurt sauce)
- 1 teaspoon olive oil (for the yogurt sauce)
- salt (to taste, for the yogurt sauce)
- fresh dill (to taste, for the yogurt sauce)
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes in a large pot of water until tender (15–20 minutes).
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Place boiled potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and gently smash each one with a glass.
- Brush each potato with the butter mixture and bake for about 30 minutes until crispy and golden.
- While they bake, mix yogurt, olive oil, salt, and dill for the dipping sauce.
- Allow potatoes to cool slightly before serving with yogurt sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 smashed potatoes (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg