Grilled Potato Smash

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Grilled Potato Smash
60 min.
6
259kcal

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Introducing Grilled Potato Smash, an irresistible side dish that brings a delightful twist to your dining table! Perfect for casual gatherings or sophisticated dinners alike, this vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is designed to impress your taste buds while being easy to prepare. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you'll create a dish that's bursting with flavor and texture.

The combination of assorted tiny potatoes, such as fingerling and Yukon gold, ensures each bite is a delightful experience. These little gems are grilled to perfection, resulting in a crispy exterior while maintaining a tender, fluffy inside. The addition of aromatic garlic and warm cumin seeds elevates the dish, giving it a wonderfully fragrant profile that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Squeezing fresh lemons over the smashed potatoes adds a brightness that beautifully balances the richness of the creamy Greek yogurt stirred in just before serving. Not only is this recipe a feast for the eyes, showcasing vibrant colors and textures, but it also provides a satisfying way to enjoy the humble potato in a whole new light. Whether enjoyed alongside grilled vegetables or your favorite protein, Grilled Potato Smash is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation. Dive into this delightful culinary adventure and savor the joy of grilling!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons cumin seeds 
  •  garlic clove peeled
  • large optional: lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • cups greek yogurt plain (or regular yogurt, strained overnight)
  • pounds yukon gold potatoes assorted (such as fingerling, new, purple, and Yukon gold)
  • teaspoons salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat the grill, or preheat the oven to 475°F.
  2. Divide the potatoes, oil, salt, garlic, and cumin seeds (if using) between two large lengths of aluminum foil. Fold and scrunch up the sides of each to form two well-sealed pouches.
  3. Place the pouches directly on the hot grill (or on a baking sheet in the oven) until the potatoes are soft, 40 to 45 minutes.
  4. Dump the pouch contents into a large bowl and squeeze the lemons over everything.
  5. Smash the potatoes with a fork, stir in the yogurt, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories259kcal
Protein15.96%
Fat33.56%
Carbs50.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.04
Glycemic Load
20.32
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
13.27434789357%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
7.69mg
Hesperetin
10.04mg
Naringenin
0.2mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.7mg
Kaempferol
1.23mg
Myricetin
0.24mg
Quercetin
1.54mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:258.5kcal
12.92%
Fat:9.99g
15.37%
Saturated Fat:1.43g
8.92%
Carbohydrates:33.81g
11.27%
Net Carbohydrates:29.33g
10.66%
Sugar:4.31g
4.79%
Cholesterol:3.33mg
1.11%
Sodium:810.94mg
35.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.69g
21.38%
Vitamin C:50.17mg
60.81%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.5%
Potassium:808.43mg
23.1%
Phosphorus:192.06mg
19.21%
Fiber:4.49g
17.95%
Manganese:0.34mg
16.96%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.68%
Magnesium:48.45mg
12.11%
Calcium:115.52mg
11.55%
Iron:2.01mg
11.17%
Selenium:7.8µg
11.15%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.81%
Copper:0.21mg
10.31%
Vitamin E:1.45mg
9.63%
Vitamin B3:1.83mg
9.14%
Folate:33µg
8.25%
Vitamin K:8.6µg
8.19%
Vitamin B12:0.47µg
7.78%
Vitamin B5:0.76mg
7.6%
Zinc:0.89mg
5.96%
Source:Epicurious