Grandma Sophie’s Smashed Potato Salad

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3

Grandma Sophie's Smashed Potato Salad Recipe with a Hint of Pickle

by The Chefin Side

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	5 pounds potatoes , peeled , cut into 2 inch chunks
	3 hard-cooked eggs , peeled and finely diced
	1/2 cup finely chopped dill pickle
	2 cups mayonnaise
	salt to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

400

Sugar

Fat

30g

A twist on the traditional potato salad, Grandma Sophie's Smashed Potato Salad is a perfect addition to any meal or gathering. The key ingredient in this recipe is the mayonnaise, which gives the salad its creamy texture while the pickle adds a tangy twist. The hard-boiled eggs and potatoes contribute a soft, mashed texture while providing a balance of nutrients and flavor. This dish is named after Grandma Sophie, who created the recipe, and has been passed down through generations as a family favorite. It is a dish that is easy to make, can be made in large quantities, and always a crowd-pleaser that guests will request.

Instructions

1.	Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are tender, then drain and let them cool.
2.	In a separate bowl, mix the mayonnaise and pickle together until well combined.
3.	Once the potatoes are cool to the touch, add them to the mixture and use a potato masher to smash them until the salad has the desired texture.
4.	Stir in the hard-cooked eggs and add salt, to taste.

PROS

This side dish features staple ingredients that are easy to find and inexpensive to purchase.

The smashed potatoes provide a unique texture that is different from traditional potato salad dishes.

CONS

One of the downsides of this dish is that it is relatively high in calories and fat due to the mayonnaise used in the recipe.
Another disadvantage is that this recipe makes a large amount and may not be suitable for small gatherings or individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its high calorie and fat content, this recipe provides important nutrients such as carbohydrates, potassium, and Vitamin C found in potatoes, and protein and Vitamin D provided by the eggs.
The pickle adds a healthy twist by providing probiotics, a natural ingredient that promote a healthy digestive system.