Vegetarian Loaded Cheese Fries with Bacon
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Vegetarian Loaded Cheese Fries with Bacon—perfect for snack time, game day, or casual gatherings! This mouthwatering dish features golden, oven-baked French fries smothered in gooey sharp cheddar cheese and topped with crispy vegetarian bacon, giving you all the smoky flavor without the meat. Fresh toppings like diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, and spicy jalapeños add a burst of color and flavor, while a dollop of sour cream provides the perfect finishing touch. Easy to prepare in just under 45 minutes, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that’s vegetarian-friendly and irresistibly delicious. Perfectly balanced between hearty and vibrant, these loaded fries are sure to be your new favorite indulgence!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 16 ounces frozen French fries
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 pieces vegetarian bacon, strips
- 3 tablespoons green onions, sliced
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup jalapeños, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to the temperature specified on the French fries packaging.
Step 2
Spread the frozen French fries evenly on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Bake the fries in the preheated oven according to package instructions or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 4
While the fries are baking, cook the vegetarian bacon strips according to package directions until crispy. Once cooked, chop them into small pieces and set aside.
Step 5
Once the fries are cooked, remove them from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Step 6
Return the fries to the oven for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted.
Step 7
Carefully transfer the loaded cheese fries onto a serving platter.
Step 8
Sprinkle the chopped vegetarian bacon pieces over the top of the melted cheese.
Step 9
Top the fries with sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, and sliced jalapeños.
Step 10
Serve immediately with a side of sour cream for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1042.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2127.1 |
| Total Fat 140.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.1g | |
| Cholesterol 237.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5150.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 149.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.0g | |
| Protein 78.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 36IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1528.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3054.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories