Celebrate National Tater Day with AeroFarms’ Smashed Potato Salad Recipe!🥔

As National Tater Day rolls around, it’s time to honor one of the most beloved staples in our diets: the humble potato. Whether roasted, mashed, or fried, potatoes hold a special place in culinary traditions around the globe. This year, AeroFarms invites you to celebrate in style with a twist on a classic favorite: Smashed Potato Salad. Packed with flavor and showcasing the versatility of potatoes, this recipe will elevate your National Tater Day festivities to new heights. AeroFarms is at the forefront of sustainable agriculture, pioneering vertical farming techniques that revolutionize how we grow and consume produce. With a commitment to innovation and quality, AeroFarms provides fresh, nutrient-rich greens and now, with this recipe, we showcase our Micro Spicy Mix in a delicious potato dish.🥔

The Recipe: Smashed Potato Salad

Ingredients:

• 1.5 lbs baby potatoes (a mix of red and yellow for added color, but up to your preference)

•  2 tablespoons olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 tbsp salted butter

• 1 teaspoon paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 handful Aerofarms Micro Spicy Mix

• tablespoons parsley, chopped

• 1/4 cup greek yogurt

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise

• 1/4 cup dill relish

• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1/4 cup diced cucumbers

• 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper

• Optional: crispy bacon bits

Instructions:

1. Preheat and Boil: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the baby potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

2. Smash Potatoes: Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly, drizzle lightly with olive oil. Place them on a baking sheet and, using the bottom of a glass or a potato masher, gently smash each potato until flattened but still holding together.

3. Season and Bake:  Brush over the smashed potatoes with a mixture of salted butter combined with minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.

4. Prepare Dressing: In a bowl, mix your cucumbers, red bell pepper, dill relish, greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, bacon bits, chopped parsley, and AeroFarms Micro Spicy Mix until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Assemble Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the smashed potatoes and dressing. Pour the prepared dressing over the potatoes and gently toss until evenly coated.

6. Serve: Transfer the smashed potato salad to a serving dish.  Serve warm or chilled and enjoy the delicious flavors of National Tater Day!

This National Tater Day, let’s celebrate the versatility and deliciousness of potatoes with Aerofarms’ Smashed Potato Salad recipe. With fresh ingredients, Aerofarms Micro Spicy Mix brings out the best in this classic dish, offering a flavorful twist that’s perfect for any occasion. So gather your friends and family, and get ready to savor the taste of National Tater Day like never before!🥗

Like the recipe? Find Micro Spicy Mix near you!