5-Ingredient Crispy Lemon Thyme Smashed Potatoes (Inspired by Giada De Laurentiis)
Baby Yukon Gold potatoes boiled tender, smashed flat, and roasted with olive oil, lemon slices, and fresh thyme until crackly and golden.
- Only 5 ingredients: Baby potatoes, olive oil, lemon, fresh thyme, and sea salt.
- The best of both worlds: Creamy potato interior and crispy exterior.
- Caramelized roasted lemon wheels provide a burst of sweet-tart citrus juice.
Smashed potatoes are a versatile side dish alongside roast chicken, grilled steak, or crisp greens.
Roasting thin lemon slices directly on the baking sheet caramelizes their juices and releases essential oils into the potatoes.
5-Ingredient Crispy Lemon Thyme Smashed Potatoes (Inspired by Giada De Laurentiis)
Inspired by Giada De Laurentiis' smashed potato technique, baby potatoes are boiled tender, flattened with the base of a glass, and roasted with lemon wheels and fresh thyme until crackly outside and fluffy within.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs (680g) baby Yukon Gold potatoes, washed
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into wheels
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme (leaves stripped)
- 1 tsp flaky sea salt & 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Directions
Boil Potatoes until Fork-Tender
Place potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes until easily pierced with a fork. Drain well and let steam dry for 5 minutes.
Smash Flat on Baking Sheet
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Transfer warm potatoes to a large rimmed baking sheet. Use the bottom of a drinking glass or measuring cup to gently press down on each potato, flattening to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Season with Lemon & Thyme
Drizzle potatoes generously with olive oil. Scatter lemon slices and fresh thyme leaves over and around potatoes. Season generously with flaky sea salt and black pepper.
Roast to Ultra-Crisp
Roast at 425°F for 25 to 30 minutes until edges are dark golden and deeply crispy. Squeeze roasted lemon juice over potatoes before serving hot.
💡 CHEF'S PRO TIPS
- Allow the boiled potatoes to steam dry for 5 minutes before oiling: removing excess surface water guarantees maximum crispiness.
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The roasted lemon slices are absolute genius! These potatoes are now requested at every family dinner.