Description
Parmesan Smashed Potatoes are a must-try side dish that combines crispy, cheesy goodness with a tender interior. Perfect for any occasion, these delightful potatoes are easy to prepare and pair beautifully with various main courses. The rich flavor of Parmesan cheese and garlic, along with a simple yogurt and dill sauce, creates a standout dish that everyone will love. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, these smashed potatoes will quickly become your go-to recipe for comfort food.
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
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- Fresh dill (to taste)
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Transfer boiled potatoes to the baking sheet; smash each potato gently with a flat object.
- Coat each smashed potato with the butter mixture.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- For the yogurt sauce, combine yogurt, olive oil, salt, and fresh dill in another bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 smashed potatoes (about 180g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg