Description
Garlic Ranch Smashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy, golden-brown baby potatoes with a delightful blend of garlic and ranch seasoning. This simple yet flavorful dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, ensuring that each bite is a savory explosion of taste. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, these smashed potatoes are sure to become a staple at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash baby potatoes; boil in salted water until tender (15–20 minutes). Drain and cool slightly.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet; drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Gently smash each potato with a potato masher or fork.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and ranch seasoning evenly over the smashed potatoes.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Garnish with chopped chives or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg