Vegan Chili Cheese Fries

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this crowd-pleasing recipe for Vegan Chili Cheese Fries—a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Crispy, oven-baked russet potato fries are perfectly seasoned with smoky paprika and garlic, then piled high with hearty, homemade chili loaded with black beans, kidney beans, and a touch of cocoa for depth. To top it off, a creamy, dairy-free cheese sauce made from blended cashews, nutritional yeast, and zesty lemon juice adds a luscious finish. This recipe is bursting with bold flavors and satisfying textures, making it perfect for game nights, casual dinners, or any occasion that calls for indulgence without compromise. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a vegan delight that’s as wholesome as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 15-ounce can Canned black beans
• 1 15-ounce can Canned kidney beans
• 1 15-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Canned tomato paste
• 1 medium Red onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Mustard
• 0.5 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Slice potatoes into 1/4-inch thick fries. Place fries in a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

Step 3

Spread the fries out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Step 4

While the fries are baking, make the chili. Drain and rinse the black beans and kidney beans.

Step 5

Chop the red onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 6

In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

Step 7

Stir in chili powder, cumin, and cocoa powder. Cook for 30 seconds until spices are fragrant.

Step 8

Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, black beans, kidney beans, maple syrup, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 10

For the vegan cheese sauce, soak raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes to soften.

Step 11

Drain the cashews and place them in a blender with nutritional yeast, lemon juice, mustard, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 12

Once the fries are done, place them on a serving plate. Top with the cooked chili and drizzle generously with cheese sauce.

Step 13

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Vegan Chili Cheese Fries!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3235.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3654.4

Total Fat 98.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g
Cholesterol 8.5mg	0%
Sodium 6514.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 577.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 120.0g	0%
Total Sugars 63.2g
Protein 143.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 863.1mg	0%
Iron 57.1mg	0%
Potassium 13186.8mg	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: 23.4%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 61.3%