Southwest Smashed Potatoes Recipe

Quick & easy Southwest Smashed Potatoes recipe ready in under 30 minutes! Crispy, flavorful smashed potatoes with a zesty southwestern twist. Perfect as a side dish for your next weeknight dinner or BBQ.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 181.8 kcal
Protein 11g
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Ingredients for Southwest Smashed Potatoes

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How to Make Southwest Smashed Potatoes

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash and halve 1 pound of small red potatoes. If using larger potatoes, cut into 1-inch thick slices.
  3. Toss potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Arrange potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly browned.
  6. Remove from oven and gently smash each potato with the bottom of a glass or potato masher.
  7. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of chopped cilantro, 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta), and the juice of 1/2 lime.
  8. Drizzle the cilantro-lime mixture over the smashed potatoes and sprinkle with additional cotija cheese (optional).
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

2g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Southwest Smashed Potatoes?

Southwest Smashed Potatoes takes about 37 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Southwest Smashed Potatoes?

Southwest Smashed Potatoes has approximately 181.8 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Southwest Smashed Potatoes?

The key ingredients for Southwest Smashed Potatoes are Baking Potatoes, Low Fat Milk, Salt, Plain Low Fat Yogurt, Chipotle Chile, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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