Vegetarian Baked Potato with Bacon
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegetarian Baked Potato with Bacon recipe—a flavor-packed twist on a classic favorite! Perfectly baked Russet potatoes are rubbed with olive oil and sea salt to achieve a crispy, golden skin, then stuffed with fluffy insides and generously topped with melty vegan cheddar cheese. Crispy vegan bacon adds smoky, savory goodness, while a dollop of creamy sour cream, a sprinkle of fresh chives, and a dash of black pepper complete this hearty dish. Ideal for a satisfying dinner or a crowd-pleasing side, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy plant-based flavors without compromising on taste. Plus, it's ready in just over an hour and customizable for any topping enthusiast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 8 slices Vegan bacon strips
- 1 cup Vegan cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Chives
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Scrub the potatoes under running water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Pierce each potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt.
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for about 50 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are baking, cook the vegan bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove and let cool, then chop into small pieces.
When the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Cut a slit down the center of each potato and gently squeeze the ends to open it up.
Fluff the insides with a fork, then top with vegan cheese and return to the oven for a few minutes to melt the cheese.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and top each with a dollop of sour cream, chopped vegan bacon, black pepper, and a sprinkle of chives.
Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2712 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.2 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.2 g | 271% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 115 mg | 38% | |
| Sodium | 5430 mg | 236% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 326.6 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.7 g | 120% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 58.8 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 583 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 7259 mg | 154% | |
*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.
