Whole30 Smashed Potatoes: 3-Step Crispy Oven Perfection
Crispy oven-roasted smashed potatoes made with simple Whole30-compliant ingredients for a golden, fluffy side dish.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds baby Yukon Gold or red potatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
2 cloves garlic minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary or thyme chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425°F and prepare baking sheet.
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Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender.
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Drain and steam dry for 5 minutes.
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Place on baking sheet and gently smash.
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Brush with oil and season.
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Roast 25 to 30 minutes until golden and crisp.
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Broil briefly if desired and garnish before serving.
Notes
Space potatoes evenly for crisp edges.
Reheat in oven for best texture.
Use avocado oil for high-heat roasting if preferred.