Paleo Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon
Satisfy your craving for comfort food with a healthy twist by indulging in this Paleo Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon! Perfectly baked russet potatoes are seasoned with olive oil and sea salt, then dressed with a creamy, dairy-free "cheese" sauce made from coconut milk, nutritional yeast, and garlic powder. Crispy crumbled sugar-free bacon and fresh green onions provide the ultimate savory topping, creating a dish that is as indulgent as it is nutritious. This paleo-friendly recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and easy to prepare in just over an hour, making it an excellent choice for weeknight dinners or weekend treats. Enjoy this elevated take on a classic comfort food that delivers big flavor while fitting your clean eating lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 6 slices Uncured bacon (sugar-free)
- 2 tablespoons Green onions
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub the russet potatoes clean under running water, then pat them dry with a towel.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape while baking.
Rub each potato with olive oil, and season all over with sea salt.
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for approximately 45-60 minutes, or until they feel tender when gently squeezed.
While the potatoes are baking, prepare the bacon. Cook the slices in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, then transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to cool.
Once cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
In a small saucepan, combine coconut milk, nutritional yeast, and garlic powder. Heat over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm and well combined to mimic a cheese sauce.
Once the potatoes are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Carefully slice each potato open lengthwise along the top, being cautious of the steam.
Slightly mash the insides with a fork, then drizzle with the coconut milk mixture.
Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top and garnish with chopped green onions.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Paleo Baked Potato with Cheese and Bacon!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1911 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.2 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 3655 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.6 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 71.3 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 7396 mg | 157% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
