Heart-Healthy Bacon Cheese Fries

Indulge guilt-free with these mouthwatering Heart-Healthy Bacon Cheese Fries, a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Made with crispy baked sweet potato fries, seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion powder, this recipe swaps traditional toppings for low-sodium turkey bacon and a creamy, reduced-fat cheddar cheese sauce infused with Greek yogurt. Every bite boasts the perfect balance of savory, smoky, and cheesy flavors, while staying kind to your heart health. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh chives for a pop of color and freshness, these loaded fries are perfect for sharing as a nutritious appetizer, game-day snack, or hearty side dish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe proves that indulgence can meet nutrition in the most delicious way!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 slices low-sodium turkey bacon
• 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into strips about 1/4 inch wide to resemble fries.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato strips with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and sea salt until evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the sweet potato fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 5

Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the fries are crispy and golden brown.

Step 6

While the fries are baking, cook the turkey bacon in a non-stick skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Once cooked, place the bacon on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil, then crumble it into small pieces.

Step 8

Grate the reduced-fat cheddar cheese, if not pre-shredded.

Step 9

For the cheese sauce, mix the Greek yogurt thoroughly with shredded cheddar cheese in a small mixing bowl.

Step 10

When the fries are done, remove them from the oven and sprinkle evenly with crumbled turkey bacon.

Step 11

Drizzle the cheese sauce over the top of the bacon-covered fries.

Step 12

Garnish with freshly chopped chives and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(939.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1554.7

Total Fat 92.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 235.4mg	0%
Sodium 2964.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 25.0g
Protein 100.2g	0%

Vitamin D 51.3IU	0%
Calcium 2112.0mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 756.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.4%

Protein: 24.9%

Carbs: 23.8%