Plant-Based Cheeseburger with Caramelized Onions and Crispy Fries
Enjoy a hearty plant-based cheeseburger topped with sweet caramelized onions, served with a side of crispy fries. Perfect for a satisfying meal thatu2019s both delicious and nutritious.
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15 minutes
Prep Time
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25 minutes
Cook Time
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2
Servings
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Easy
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
650Calories
30gProtein
85gCarbs
25gFat
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 2 plant-based burger patties
- 2 slices of vegan cheese
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 whole grain burger buns
- Lettuce and tomato, for toppings
- 2 large potatoes, cut into fries
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
- Paprika, for seasoning
Instructions
Follow these steps for perfect results
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the potato fries in a bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika. Spread them out on a baking sheet.
- Bake the fries for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crispy.
- While fries are baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt.
- Cook the onions, stirring frequently, until they are caramelized (about 10-15 minutes).
- In another skillet, cook the plant-based burger patties according to package instructions.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of vegan cheese on each patty, covering to melt.
- Toast the burger buns lightly in a separate pan or oven.
- Assemble the burgers by placing the lettuce and tomato on the bottom half of the bun, followed by the cheeseburger patty, and a generous scoop of caramelized onions.
- Top with the other half of the bun and serve with crispy fries on the side.
Health Benefits
Nutritional advantages of this recipe
- Packed with plant-based protein for muscle health.
- Contains healthy fats from olive oil and avocados.
- Rich in dietary fiber from whole grain buns and potatoes.
- Low in saturated fat compared to traditional cheeseburgers.