Lemon-Dill Smashed Potatoes with Crispy Smoked Salmon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

Creamy smashed potatoes with a bright lemon-dill sauce, topped with flaky smoked salmon and chives for a refined yet simple dish. This Scandinavian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs baby potatoes, whole milk, dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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

• 1.5 lbs baby potatoes
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1 tbsp, fresh chopped dill
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 6 oz smoked salmon
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, sliced chives
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Place 1.5 lbs baby potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, and add 1/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 18-20 minutes until easily pierced with a fork.
2. Step 2: Drain potatoes, reserving 2 tbsp cooking water. Return potatoes to pot and smash with a fork until mostly mashed but still slightly chunky, adding 1/4 cup whole milk and 2 tbsp unsalted butter.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper until combined.
4. Step 4: Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high. Place 6 oz smoked salmon in skillet skin-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes until skin is crisp.
5. Step 5: Divide smashed potatoes among plates, top with crispy salmon, and garnish with 2 tbsp sliced chives.