Half-Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary
Oven-roasted potatoes smashed halfway for extra crispiness, seasoned with garlic and fresh rosemary for a fragrant, comforting side dish. This mediterranean-inspired quick meals (vegetarian) ready in about 50 minutes pairs baby potatoes, olive oil, fresh rosemary, chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb baby potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Boil 1 lb baby potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes until just tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and cool slightly.
- Step 2: Transfer potatoes to a large baking sheet lined with parchment. Using the bottom of a glass, press each potato down halfway until it flattens but remains in one piece.
- Step 3: Drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil evenly over the potatoes. Sprinkle 2 tsp chopped fresh rosemary, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper over the potatoes.
- Step 4: Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until potatoes are golden and crisp on edges, turning once halfway through for even browning.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep baby potatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Half-Smashed Crispy Potatoes with Garlic and Rosemary vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
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