Description
Looking for an easy, flavor-packed side dish that works for any occasion? These Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes deliver restaurant-style crunch with minimal effort. They’re golden, garlicky, and seasoned to perfection—ideal as a quick dinner side, a healthy snack, or part of your go-to dinner ideas. Whether you’re into easy recipes or comfort food favorites, this one checks all the boxes. Simple, satisfying, and ridiculously crispy!
Ingredients
2 pounds small red potatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
1. Rinse the red potatoes and place them in a large pot covered with salted water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool for 5 minutes.
2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease lightly.
3. Arrange potatoes on the sheet and gently smash each with a flat-bottomed glass or potato masher to about 1/2 inch thick.
4. Drizzle olive oil over each potato. Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, paprika, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
5. Roast in the oven for 25–30 minutes until golden and crispy. Optional: broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.
6. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives and serve hot with your favorite dip.
Notes
Don’t overboil the potatoes—just until fork-tender—to prevent them from falling apart during smashing.
For best texture, allow potatoes to air-dry after boiling to reduce moisture before roasting.
Broiling for a few extra minutes at the end intensifies the crispiness—just monitor closely to avoid burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
Keywords: crispy smashed potatoes, easy potato side dish, roasted potatoes, healthy snack, dinner ideas