Crispy Smashed Potato Salad with Turkey Bacon for a Fresh Twist
A delicious and unique take on potato salad featuring crispy smashed potatoes and turkey bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes until fork-tender, then drain and let cool slightly.
- Smashed the potatoes gently with a fork or your hand and place them on a baking sheet.
- Crisp the turkey bacon in a pan, then chop and set aside.
- Drizzle the smashed potatoes with olive oil, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bake the potatoes in the oven for about 25-30 minutes until crispy and golden.
- In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and green onions.
- Once the potatoes are baked, let them cool slightly before mixing them in a large bowl with the dressing and turkey bacon.
- Toss everything together gently and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs like dill or parsley.
- Serve alongside grilled meats for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg