Healthy Garlicky Smashed Potatoes

These Healthy Garlicky Smashed Potatoes are roasted to perfection. Mouth-watering baby potatoes smothered with garlic, Dijon, salt, and fresh parsley will be your favorite easy side dish. You’ll never go back to plain baked potatoes after having these.

Craving carbs is a part of my daily routine. Who doesn’t love a crusty piece of French bread, creamy pasta, or garlic-roasted potatoes? I know I am not alone here.

Potatoes should get the award for best use of carbs if you know what I mean. You get the best of both worlds; carbs without the processed crap. There’s nothing like the satisfying taste of potatoes, then cover them in garlic, and you’ve got yourself a side dish that’s worth talking about.

They are much better on the waist. Most carbohydrate varieties are processed (think white sandwich bread) or fried (think french fries). When a food item is processed, it is stripped of its natural nutrients. This can also mean adding sugar, salt, unhealthy fats, artificial ingredients, chemical ingredients, and unhealthy additives. Foods are processed for a variety of reasons but most commonly to extend the shelf life, or convert them into a product that is considered more desirable by the consumer.

Let’s talk about the awesome perks of eating potatoes.

Fiber-Rich

Potatoes are a good source of fiber which is great at helping you feel full longer and assisting you in losing weight. Fiber also helps you keep cholesterol and blood sugar levels stable. Fiber should be a huge part of your diet. In fact, the Mayo Clinic suggests women should aim for 21-25 grams of fiber per day. Men should shoot for 30-38. My recommendation is as much as possible.

Good Deal

Another awesome benefit to eating potatoes is that they are fairly cheap to buy. On average, they cost about $0.56 per pound for non-organic varieties. They can be a nice base for a meal which makes it cost-effective when feeding a family. Potatoes are produced in incredibly large quantities and are easy to grow which makes them cheap to purchase. Side note, it is recommended to purchase potatoes in organic varieties. Did you know that sweet potatoes are treated with fewer pesticides overall?

Easy to Cook

Potatoes are used in a variety of simple ways. From roasting in the oven, frying into french fries, or boiling for baked potatoes. As long as you’ve got 35 minutes, baking potatoes is simple! It’s as easy as scrubbing the potatoes, boiling them, covering them with an olive oil-based sauce, and roasting them.

Other Health Benefits

Potatoes are fat-free, cholesterol-free, low in sodium, and are a good source of vitamins C and B6 and potassium. They are rich in compounds that act as antioxidants in the body. They neutralize potentially harmful free radicals. Another wonderful bonus is that potatoes are naturally gluten-free. This is great news for the many people that follow this type of diet.

What Are Smashed Potatoes?

This delicious twist on baked potatoes will be your new favorite way to eat them. Are you wondering what the purpose of a smashed potato is? Well, the main and best difference is that the garlicky olive oil mixture can cover and saturate more of the potato area which means better-flavored potatoes!

You’ll also get more crispy and evenly cooked potatoes that are easier to eat! I know you’ll fall in love with these smashed baby potatoes once you give them a try.

The Ingredients You Will Need To Make These Smashed Potatoes

There are a few simple ingredients to this recipe. You’ll have this whipped up in no time!

–Baby dutch yellow potatoes-Any type of yellow and small potatoes will work for this recipe.

–Olive oil-You will want to use extra virgin olive oil which makes the flavor stand out.

–Garlic-This is the key ingredient to these smashed potatoes. In my opinion, the more the better.

–Fresh parsley-Don’t skip this step. Fresh parsley sprinkled over these potatoes is the best.

–Dijon mustard-This spicy and creamy mustard adds a tiny touch of heat to these potatoes. Yum!

–Salt and pepper-Potatoes are always better with a lot of salt and pepper, am I right?

Here’s How To Make The Smashed Potatoes

Step one-Clean your potatoes under cold water, scrubbing well. Pat them dry.

Step two-Fill a pot halfway with water, add 1/2 teaspoon salt, and the potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are completely cooked. You can check them by placing a fork through the middle of a potato to make sure it goes in easily. Drain the potatoes and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.

Step three-Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

Step four-While the potatoes are boiling, make the olive oil mixture. Place all of the “sauce” ingredients into a small bowl and whisk.

Step five-Place the potatoes apart on the lined cookie sheet. Use the bottom of a glass cup and press down on each potato to “smash them”. Push them down about halfway.

Step six-Add a spoonful of the olive oil and garlic mixture over the top of each smashed potato. Use the back of the spoon to spread it evenly over the tops.

Step seven-Place the potatoes in the oven and cook for 15 minutes. Remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for 5 minutes. Top with a sprinkle of additional salt. Serve immediately.

How To Store Uncooked Potatoes

Unlike many vegetables, potatoes last a while outside of the refrigerator. There are a few ways you can properly store potatoes to maximize their shelf life. Placing the potatoes in something like a cardboard box, mesh bag, or paper bag with good ventilation is a good place to start. Next, place the box or bag in a dark and cool place such as a kitchen cabinet or pantry. On average, they will last 3-4 months in the pantry. Cooking them, however, will require refrigeration.

Tips + Tricks

The cooked potatoes will last 2-3 days in the fridge. Make sure to store them in an air-tight container.

To reheat these smashed potatoes, add them to a microwavable plate, place a cover over top, and heat for about 1 minute or until they are thoroughly warm.

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Other Vegan Sides You Will Love

These Sweet and Spicy Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts are made with simple, wholesome ingredients. You can make this easy side dish in less than 45 minutes. They are perfect for the holiday season or for a weeknight dinner.

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