Creamy Ranch Smashed Potato Salad
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Category
Sides, Salad
Servings
10
Prep Time
10-15 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Calories
232
A crispy twist on the classic picnic salad, this easy smashed potato salad gets its unique texture in the air fryer. Our original no-seed-oil ranch dressing mixed with mayo and mustard makes the perfect creamy, dreamy ranch potato salad without any dairy ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs baby potatoes, scrubbed
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Primal Kitchen Air Fryer Spray or Avocado Oil Spray
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2/3 cup Primal Kitchen Ranch Dressing
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1/3 cup Primal Kitchen Mayo
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1.5 tsp Primal Kitchen Dijon Mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 medium cucumber
- 3/4 tsp garlic, minced
- 2 green onions, diced
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
Directions
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Spritz potatoes with Air Fryer Oil. Add potatoes to the air fryer basket in a single layer (cook multiple batches as needed).
- Air fry each batch for 18-20 minutes, turning halfway. Transfer cooked potatoes to a cutting board and use the back of a glass to gently smash them down. Set aside to cool.
- Cut the cucumber in half and use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out the seeds. Dice into small pieces.
- Add Ranch Dressing, mayo, and mustard to a medium-size bowl and whisk to combine. Mix in chopped cucumber and minced garlic. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently fold the cooled potatoes into the salad until they are completely coated. Garnish with green onions and bacon crumbles. Chill and serve!
Recipe Note
Nutritional information calculated with Cronometer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 1/10 of salad
- Calories per serving
- 232
- Carbs
- 17.7 grams
- Fat
- 16.2 grams
- Protein
- 4.21 grams
This show-stopping smashed potato salad recipe is a breeze to whip up, requiring just a few simple ingredients and some clever air fryer magic. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a kitchen newbie, this easy summer side dish is sure to become a staple in your summer repertoire.
Unlike traditional potato salad made with celery and red onion, we used fresh chopped cucumbers and green onions for a lighter, more refreshing flavor that complements the herbaceous Ranch Dressing. Pair your ranch potato salad with BBQ chicken, burgers, or turkey avocado wraps for a full meal.
Tips to make this recipe a real crowd-pleaser:
- Air Fryer Magic: Use Primal Kitchen Air Fryer Spray to add a little extra pop of flavor while getting that perfect crispy exterior and fluffy interior on your baby potatoes.
- Don't Over-Mix: Gently fold those tender potatoes into the creamy dressing to avoid mashing them further. You want to maintain the crispness.
- Customize It: Add some heat with diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes, or swap out the bacon for diced ham or rotisserie chicken.
