Plant-Based Chili Cheese Fries
Plant-Based Chili Cheese Fries pile crisp, golden potatoes under a robust TVP-and-bean chili, then finish with a creamy vegan cheddar sauce. Each bite balances smoky heat, gentle sweetness from molasses, and fresh pops of jalapeño, red onion, and cilantro. Serve for game day, casual dinners, or a fun weekend snack that feels hearty yet completely dairy-free.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Plant-Based Chili Cheese Fries, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 36
- Heart Health
- 81
- Metabolic
- 53
- Digestive
- 30
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 50
- General Wellness
- 1
Wash the potatoes and remove any discoloration or eyes, but do not peel them. Cut evenly into shoestring-style fries or use a French fry cutter. Place the fries in a large bowl and rinse with cool water until the water runs clear. Cover the fries with 1 inch of water, cover the bowl, and let stand for 30 minutes.
- 2
Place the TVP in a bowl and cover it with hot vegetable broth.
- 3
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery; cook and stir until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic. Add the TVP and broth. Stir in the tomatoes, drained beans, molasses, chili powder, oregano, cumin, paprika, smoked salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.
- 4
Preheat an air fryer to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C). Drain the soaked potatoes and dry them with a clean towel. Return them to the bowl, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, and toss to coat.
- 5
Cook in the air fryer without disturbing for 18 minutes. Shake and cook for 6 minutes. Shake again and cook for another 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- 6
Combine the vegan Cheddar, soy milk, and vegan butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 360W for 30 seconds. Stir and check the consistency. If needed, add more soy milk and microwave for another 30 seconds. Stir briskly to make a creamy sauce.
- 7
Arrange the fries on a large platter. Spoon the chili on top. Pour the faux cheese sauce over the chili. Finish with onion, jalapeno rings, and cilantro on top.
- Calories 405.95 kcal High 20%
- Protein 12.85 g Good Source 26%
- Carbohydrate 63.13 g 23%
- Total Fat 12.99 g Moderate 17%
- Saturated Fat 3.59 g Moderate 18%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.72 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 608.01 mg High 26%
- Dietary Fiber 9.21 g Good Source 33%
- Total Sugars 7.86 g --
- Added Sugars 0.13 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 151.73 mg Moderate 12%
- Iron 3.91 mg Good Source 22%
- Potassium 1277.39 mg Good Source 27%
- Vitamin A 114.39 mcg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin C 29.03 mg Good Source 32%
- Vitamin D 0.18 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Celery
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Plant Based Chili Cheese Fries is made with 26 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Beans, Black Pepper, Celery, and Diced Carrots. Each serving provides about 405.95 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Plant-Based Chili Cheese Fries made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Beans, Black Pepper, Celery, Diced Carrots, Diced Onion. The full list of 26 is above.
- How long does it take to make Plant-Based Chili Cheese Fries?
- About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 405.95 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Plant-Based Chili Cheese Fries easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 26 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Plant-Based Chili Cheese Fries healthy?
- Plant-Based Chili Cheese Fries has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 405.95 calories and 12.85 g of protein, or 26% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, iron, potassium and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 608.01 mg (26% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 3.59 g (18% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy, Celery, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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