Description
Lemon Pepper Smashed Potato Salad is a refreshing side dish that perfectly balances creamy, buttery potatoes with zesty lemon and pepper. Ideal for summer picnics or family gatherings, this vibrant salad is simple to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests. With its delightful flavors and colorful presentation, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds small potatoes
- 2 fresh lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let cool slightly.
- Gently smash each potato using a potato masher or fork.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, zest, olive oil, and black pepper.
- Combine smashed potatoes with chives and sour cream or yogurt in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the mixture and fold gently.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg