Move over, boring boiled potatoes—smashed potatoes with lemon sour cream are here to bring flavor, crunch, and a hint of sunshine to your plate. This spring-ready dish pairs crispy roasted potatoes with a creamy citrus dip that feels light but delivers big on flavor.
Reported by Freundin, the dish is everything a side should be: crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and ridiculously simple to make.
A New Classic in the Making
The name “smashed potatoes” says it all.
Boiled baby potatoes get flattened just enough to crack their skins, then roasted in the oven until golden brown and crispy at the edges. Tossed with olive oil, salt, and fresh thyme, they’re rustic, satisfying, and almost too good to share.
But the secret weapon is the dip: lemony sour cream, spiked with zest and a splash of juice from a fresh lemon. It’s the perfect cool contrast to the hot, crispy potatoes—ideal for those first spring BBQs or as a bright addition to a cozy weeknight meal.
What You’ll Need (For 2 Servings)
For the Smashed Potatoes:
500g mostly waxy potatoes
3 tbsp olive oil
Salt to taste
3 sprigs fresh thyme
For the Lemon Sour Cream:
150g sour cream
Zest of 1 organic lemon
A dash of lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
How to Make It:
Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, then drain and let them cool slightly.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
Place the potatoes on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Using a glass or the back of a spoon, press down gently to "smash" each one—just enough to flatten them and crack the skin.
Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and thyme leaves, and roast for 25–30 minutes until golden and crisp.
Meanwhile, whisk together the sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste and chill until ready to serve.
Serve the potatoes hot with the cool lemon sour cream on the side—or slathered right on top.
Whether you serve them with grilled meat, veggies, or just eat them straight off the tray, this simple yet standout recipe is bound to become a seasonal favorite.
