Vegetarian Cheesy Hot Dogs

Elevate your hot dog game with these crowd-pleasing Vegetarian Cheesy Hot Dogs, a flavorful twist on a classic comfort food! Perfect for vegetarians and cheese lovers alike, this recipe pairs savory plant-based hot dog sausages with golden, toasted buns slathered in Dijon mustard. Each bite is loaded with gooey melted cheddar cheese, tangy ketchup, and a medley of toppings, including sweet relish, crisp red onions, and spicy pickled jalapeños. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives and a hint of salt and pepper, these cheesy hot dogs are ready in just 25 minutes, making them an ideal choice for weeknight dinners, backyard barbecues, or game-day gatherings. Packed with bold flavors and irresistible textures, this easy vegetarian recipe is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 Vegetarian hot dog sausages
• 4 Hot dog buns
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.25 cup Ketchup
• 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup Sweet relish
• 0.25 cup Jalapeños, pickled and sliced
• 2 tablespoons Chives, finely chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill, grill pan, or non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in the skillet or on the grill pan.

Step 3

Add the vegetarian hot dog sausages and cook for about 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated and slightly charred.

Step 4

Meanwhile, place the remaining butter into the skillet and toast the hot dog buns until they are golden brown. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Grate the cheddar cheese and set it aside.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the inside of each toasted bun.

Step 7

Place each cooked hot dog sausage into a bun and sprinkle generously with grated cheddar cheese.

Step 8

If using, place the hot dogs back onto the skillet or a baking tray and broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Drizzle ketchup evenly over each cheesy hot dog.

Step 10

Top with sliced red onions, sweet relish, and pickled jalapeños. Sprinkle with chives, salt, and pepper.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy these delectable Vegetarian Cheesy Hot Dogs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1014.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2112.2

Total Fat 96.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 159.6mg	0%
Sodium 7212.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.3g	0%
Total Sugars 48.7g
Protein 97.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 1060.8mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 1672.4mg	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: 42.3%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 38.6%