Crispy Smashed Potato Salad with Turkey Bacon: A Flavorful Twist
A delightful potato salad that features crispy smashed potatoes combined with savory turkey bacon, offering a unique twist to a classic dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking, Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- While potatoes are cooking, cook the turkey bacon in a skillet until crispy. Remove and crumble.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- On a baking sheet, place the potatoes and smash each one gently with a fork.
- Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20 minutes until crispy.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, and additional salt and pepper.
- Add the crumbled bacon and chopped chives to the dressing and combine.
- Once the potatoes are crispy, remove from oven and add to the mixing bowl, tossing to coat.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding diced red onions or celery to the salad.
- You can substitute the turkey bacon with regular bacon if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg