These delicious Vegan Loaded Dill Pickle Potato Skins are the ultimate game day appetizer. These crispy baked Russet potato skins are filled with a special dill pickle filling, vegan cheese, and perfectly crispy tempeh bacon bites. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free.
Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Potatoes:
Wash potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt.
Using a fork, pierce the potatoes a few times to allow steam to escape during baking.
Bake the Potatoes:
Place the potatoes directly on a baking sheet and bake potatoes for about 45-60 minutes, or until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove the potatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Cut and Scoop:
Slice the baked potatoes in half lengthwise.
Carefully scoop out the inside of the potato halves, leaving a thin layer of potato flesh attached to the skin. Reserve the scooped-out potato for another use, such as mashed potatoes.
Assemble the Potato Skins:
Fill each of the potato skin with a generous dollop of the Good Foods Dill Pickle Dip and a sprinkle of vegan cheese.
Place the filled potato skins back in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the cooked potatoes are golden brown.
Prepare the Tempeh Bacon Bits:
While the potato skins are baking, cut the tempeh into thin slices.
In a bowl, combine the tempeh slices with smoked paprika, maple syrup, soy sauce, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix until completely coated.
Place the tempeh onto a baking sheet and place in the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes or until firm.
Remove the tempeh from the oven and allow to cool for 1-2 minutes. Cut into thin slices.
Garnish And Serve:
Remove the potato skins from the oven and let them cool slightly.
Garnish with fresh chives and a generous sprinkle of tempeh bacon bits.
Keyword Easy, game day, good foods, vegan appetizer, vegan potato skins