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vegan baked potato
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Vegan baked potato with mushrooms and spinach

A decadent, nutritious and super simple meal to enjoy.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: main meal
Cuisine: British
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Keyword: vegan baked potato
Servings: 2
Calories: 375kcal
Cost: £3.60

Equipment

  • Baking tray
  • Brush for olive oil
  • Knife for chopping
  • Spoon for stirring
  • Stovetop pan or skillet

Ingredients

  • 2 potatoes baking potatoes: depending on how many you want
  • 1 tbsp olive oil to brush
  • 1 tbsp sea salt course: to sprinkle

To make filling

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cups spinach
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ⅛ tsp Himalayan salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes
  • 2 tbsp vegan cream optional
  • 1 cup chestnut mushrooms sliced
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Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  • Scrub the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
  • Place the potatoes on a baking tray and brush them with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  • Sprinkle the potatoes with coarse sea salt, making sure to cover the entire surface.
  • Bake the potatoes in the preheated oven for approximately 35min - 1 hour or until the skins are crispy and the insides are tender.

While the potatoes are baking, let's prepare the filling:

  • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent.
  • Add sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
  • Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
  • Season with Himalayan salt, black pepper, and chili flakes according to your taste preference.
  • If desired, add plant-based cream to create a creamy filling. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Cooking tip: To speed up the baking process, you can partially cook the potatoes in the microwave before transferring them to the oven. This will reduce the baking time by about 20 minutes.
  • To make the potato soft: If you prefer a softer skin, you can wrap each potato in foil before baking. This will help retain moisture and create more tender skin.
  • Storage: Leftover baked potatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat them in the oven or microwave before serving.
  • Estimated breakdown cost of Ingredients: Please note that the prices may vary depending on your location and the quality of ingredients used.
    • 2 or more baking potatoes: £1.50
    • 1 tbsp olive oil: £0.10
    • 1 tbsp coarse sea salt: £0.05
    • 1 tbsp olive oil (for the filling): £0.10
    • 3-4 cups of spinach: £0.80
    • 1 small onion: £0.20
    • 1 cup chestnut mushrooms: £0.50
    • 1 garlic clove: £0.05
    • Himalayan salt, black pepper, and chilli flakes: £0.10
    • 2 tbsp plant-based cream (optional): £0.30
      • Estimated Cost = £3.60

Nutrition

Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 3772mg | Potassium: 1484mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 5933IU | Vitamin C: 62mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 4mg