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Dill Pickle Ranch Smash

Dill Pickle Ranch Smash

Crispy smashed potatoes topped with dill pickles, fresh dill, and ranch dressing for a comforting and flavorful dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Comfort Food, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • baking sheet
  • Colander
  • fork

Ingredients
  

Potato Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes Favorite for buttery texture.
  • 2 teaspoons salt For boiling potatoes.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For drizzling over smashed potatoes.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds flavor to the dish.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.

Toppings

  • 1 cup dill pickles Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • ½ cup ranch dressing For drizzling on top.
  • ¼ cup fresh dill For garnish.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Fill a pot with water, add 2 teaspoons of salt, and bring it to a boil.
  • Add the Yukon gold potatoes to the boiling water and let them cook for about 15 minutes until fork-tender.

Smashing

  • Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them cool slightly.
  • Use a fork to gently press down on each potato until they crack open but don’t break apart completely.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Baking

  • Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.

Topping

  • Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven.
  • Top with chopped dill pickles and drizzle with ranch dressing.
  • Garnish with fresh dill and serve.

Notes

Variations include adding crumbled bacon or cheddar cheese before baking. For a spicy twist, try adding diced jalapeños with the pickles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 5gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg
Keyword comfort food, Dill Pickle Ranch Smash, dill pickles, ranch dressing, Side Dish, smashed potatoes
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