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Crispy Potato Salad with Herby Greek Yogurt


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5 from 9 reviews

  • Author: Courtney West
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy smashed potatoes are tossed with chopped fresh cucumber, radish, celery, and romaine lettuce then layered over a bed of herby Greek yogurt. Served with pita or flatbread for scooping, this crispy potato salad is equally perfect for a weeknight meal or summer gathering.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill fronds, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
  • sea salt, to taste
  • Cooking spray
  • 1 English cucumber, or 2-3 Persian cucumbers
  • 1 heart of romaine
  • 5 radishes
  • 2 ribs celery
  • 3 scallions
  • Flaky sea salt, optional for garnish
  • Pita or flatbread, for scooping/serving

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Add the whole potatoes to a large stock pot then fill it with water, covering them by at least an inch. Boil the potatoes for 8-12 minutes or until they are just fork tender. Strain the potatoes and allow them to cool enough so they can safely be handled. 

While the potatoes boil, mix together the herby Greek yogurt. Add the yogurt, red wine vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, maple syrup, chopped dill, and chopped mint leaves to a bowl along with a pinch of salt. Mix well then taste and add more salt, vinegar, or maple syrup as needed to suit your taste. 

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper then lightly grease it with cooking spray. Working one at a time, place a potato on the lined sheet then smash it with the bottom of a greased mason jar. Continue with each potato, leaving at least half an inch in between each. Mist the tops of the potatoes with cooking spray then season with salt. Roast the potatoes in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until crisp and browned, carefully flipping the potatoes over about halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning. Allow the potatoes to cool for at least 15 minutes once they come out of the oven.

While the potatoes cook, prep the veggies. Give the cucumber a small dice, thinly slice the romaine, thinly slice the radishes, finely chop the celery, and thinly slice the scallions. Add all of the veggies to a large bowl and toss to combine.

When you’re ready to serve, spread the herby Greek yogurt onto the bottom of a large plate or platter. Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces then toss them with the chopped veggies. Arrange the veggie and potato mixture over the bed of herby Greek yogurt. Garnish with flaky sea salt if desired. Serve with pita or flatbread for scooping! 

Leftovers will keep best if the components are separated in the fridge so if you know you will have some, only put together enough for serving. Make sure to enjoy within 4-5 days. 

Notes

  • For a vegan option, use a thick Greek-style plant-based yogurt. 
  • To save on prep and cooking time, use 1 to 1.5 pounds cooked tater tots in place of the crispy potatoes. 
  • If you prefer, warm up your pita or flatbread in the oven before serving. 
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Category: salad