Vegetarian Baked Potato with Bacon Bits
Transform your weeknight meal with this hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Baked Potato with Bacon Bits! This recipe takes the classic comfort food to a whole new level, featuring crispy plant-based bacon bits, creamy sour cream, melty cheddar cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh chopped chives atop perfectly baked russet potatoes. The potatoes are rubbed with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper before baking to golden, fluffy perfection. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep, this meatless dish is an irresistible combination of hearty and savory, perfect for vegetarians and bacon lovers alike. Whether served as a satisfying main or a side dish, these loaded baked potatoes are guaranteed to disappear fast.
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Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup plant-based bacon bits
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup chives, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly under running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 3
Prick each potato a few times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
Step 4
Rub each potato with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Step 5
Place the potatoes directly on the oven rack or a baking sheet and bake for approximately 50-60 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 6
While the potatoes are baking, prepare the toppings. Heat the plant-based bacon bits over medium heat in a small skillet for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are crispy.
Step 7
Once the potatoes are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Step 8
Cut a lengthwise slit on the top of each potato and gently push the ends towards the center to open them up.
Step 9
Fluff the inside of the potatoes with a fork.
Step 10
Top each potato with a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, crispy plant-based bacon bits, and a sprinkle of chopped chives.
Step 11
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your vegetarian baked potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2032.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2845.6 |
| Total Fat 154.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 236.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5282.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 297.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.1g | |
| Protein 103.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1298.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 6912.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories