Best Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Garlic and Herbs You’ll Love

Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Garlic and Herbs are a deliciously crunchy side dish that’s simple to prepare and bursting with flavor.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 potatoes

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Potatoes

2 pounds Baby potatoes Choose uniform size for even cooking.
4 tablespoons Olive oil Use extra virgin for rich flavor.
1 teaspoon Coarse salt Enhances flavor and adds a crunch.

For the Garlic and Herb Flavor

4 cloves Garlic cloves Freshly minced.
1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary Chopped.
1 tablespoon Fresh thyme Chopped.
1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly cracked.

Optional Finishing Touches

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Grated.
2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley For garnish.
1 teaspoon Lemon zest For added brightness.

Equipment

large pot
Baking Sheet
Measuring cup
small bowl
Flat-bottomed glass

Method

Preheat oven to 425°F and place a sturdy baking sheet inside.
Place baby potatoes in a large pot, cover with salted water, and simmer 15-20 minutes until tender.
Drain potatoes thoroughly, then return to the warm pot off heat to allow steam to evaporate.
Arrange potatoes on the hot baking sheet and press gently with a flat-bottomed glass or measuring cup.
In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, olive oil, and pepper.
Generously brush or drizzle the garlic and herb oil over each smashed potato.
Bake at 425°F for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through.
Transfer potatoes to a platter and sprinkle with grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, and lemon zest.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Drizzle with truffle oil for an indulgent twist if desired.

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