Gluten-Free Smashed Potatoes

Crispy, golden-brown smashed potatoes with a delightful crunch on the outside and a fluffy interior. Infused with savory garlic and a hint of zesty lemon, these potatoes are an irresistible side dish.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 45 min Total: 55 min Serves: 4

At a glance: This easy salads and sides recipe yields 4 servings in about 55 minutes (5 min prep, 45 min cook). It uses 7 ingredients — including baby potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic — and walks through 5 steps. Updated October 25, 2026. Browse more salads and sides recipes or return to all gluten-free recipes.

Cross-Contamination Warning for Gluten-Free Smashed Potatoes: When preparing this salads and sides recipe, these potatoes have few packaged ingredients, so drain them in a colander washed since its last use for wheat pasta. Roast on fresh parchment.

Gluten-Free Notes for Gluten-Free Smashed Potatoes: This recipe is naturally gluten-free, relying on simple, whole ingredients. Always ensure any pre-packaged ingredients, like Dijon mustard if used in a variation, are gluten-free.

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs baby potatoes
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
0.5 tsp salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1 Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the baby potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt to the water, then bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender but not mushy.
2 While the potatoes are boiling, prepare the garlic-infused oil. In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Set this mixture aside to allow the flavors to meld.
3 Once the potatoes are tender, carefully drain them in a colander. Arrange the drained potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, gently smash each potato until it's flattened to about ½ inch thickness, creating crevices for the oil to seep into.
4 Drizzle the prepared garlic-infused olive oil evenly over the smashed potatoes, ensuring it gets into the cracks and covers the surfaces. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for about 20-25 minutes. You're looking for the edges to become deeply golden brown and crispy, and the centers to be tender.
5 Remove the smashed potatoes from the oven. Drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the hot potatoes for a bright, zesty finish. If desired, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness before serving immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

167

Calories

13g

Protein

43g

Carbs

15g

Fat

Fiber

289mg

Sodium

Tips & Notes

Let the boiled potatoes steam dry for a few minutes before smashing. Drier skins crisp better in the oven.
Smash gently with the bottom of a glass so the potatoes crack but stay in one piece. Pressed too thin, they fall apart.
Brush the garlic oil into the craggy edges especially. That is where the crispy bits form.

Common questions

How long does Gluten-Free Smashed Potatoes take?

Gluten-Free Smashed Potatoes takes about 55 minutes, including resting time: 5 minutes to prep and 45 minutes to cook, for 4 servings.

What should I check before making Gluten-Free Smashed Potatoes with celiac disease?

Written with gluten-free ingredients. Use products labeled gluten-free, check labels, and ask your clinician about your own needs.

What cross-contamination risk is specific to Gluten-Free Smashed Potatoes?

Check baby potatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, minced before they go into Gluten-Free Smashed Potatoes. These potatoes have few packaged ingredients, so drain them in a colander washed since its last use for wheat pasta. Roast on fresh parchment.

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