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Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Green Goddess Dressing

Crispy Smashed Potatoes with Green Goddess Dressing

This potato dish could command a reservation. Crispy but still fresh tasting. And the green goddess dressing is what makes them a dish: most versions are watery and forgettable, but this one has real body from the avocado, depth from four fresh herbs, and just enough edge from the capers. It's the best green goddess we've ever had and it's not close.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: App
Calories: 312

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large avocado
  • 1 scallion (or 2 for more bite)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, packed
  • 1/4 cup fresh tarragon
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill
  • 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
  • 1/2 lemon, peeled
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 1/4 cup olive oil drizzled in through the lid while blending
  • 1 lb mini potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for the potatoes
  • salt and pepper to taste for the potatoes

Equipment

  • Vitamix blender (64-oz container)
  • Baking sheet
  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Boil the mini potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes until just tender. Drain and let them steam-dry for a few minutes, then spread on a baking sheet. Use the bottom of a glass to smash each one flat.
  2. Drizzle the smashed potatoes with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast at 400°F for 30–35 minutes until the edges are golden and crispy.
  3. While the potatoes roast, add the avocado, scallion, parsley, tarragon, dill, basil, peeled lemon, garlic, salt, apple cider vinegar, capers, and water to the Vitamix. Blend on high for 30–45 seconds until smooth.
  4. With the blender running on low, remove the lid plug and slowly drizzle in the olive oil. This emulsifies the dressing and gives it a creamy, cohesive texture. Blend another 10–15 seconds.
  5. Arrange the hot crispy potatoes on a plate or board and spoon the green goddess dressing generously over the top — or serve it on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcalCarbohydrates: 24.3gProtein: 3.8gFat: 23.2gSaturated Fat: 3.3gSodium: 480mgPotassium: 682mgFiber: 5.4gSugar: 1.8gVitamin A: 28.4IUVitamin C: 31.2mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 2.4mg

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Notes

Lenny & Shalva's note: The dressing keeps well in the fridge for 3–4 days — the color stays bright if you press plastic wrap directly onto the surface. For extra crispy potatoes, don't skip the steam-dry step after boiling; moisture is the enemy of crunch. If your avocado is on the smaller side, add a splash more water to loosen the texture. Tarragon is strong — if you're not sure about it, start with less and taste as you go.

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