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Vegetarian Nachos Recipe
Instructions
1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add in the onion and sauté for 5 minutes. Add in the garlic and sauté for 2 more minutes.
2
Pour in the can of drained black beans, cumin, salt, pepper, chipotle powder, and water/broth. Bring to a simmer and cook over low heat for 5-8 minutes until the mixture has thickened and very little liquid remains. Remove from the heat.
3
Assemble the nachos: layer half of the chips on a large baking tray (I like to line mine with parchment paper for easier cleanup). Top with half of the cheese and layer on the remaining chips. Evenly distribute the black bean mixture over the top of the chips and then add any other toppings of choice. Finally, layer on the remaining cheese so that it’s evenly distributed across the top. I like to leave the edges around the pan free of cheese so there’s a nice place to grab the chips when serving.
4
Bake for 5-8 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted. Sprinkle with your desired toppings and ENJOY!
Notes
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This could be made vegan by using vegan cheese
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Toast Your Chips for Extra Crunch 🔥Lightly toast tortilla chips in a 350°F oven for 3-4 minutes before assembling to lock in crunchiness and prevent them from becoming soggy under toppings.
- Layer Toppings Strategically 🏗️Place cheese and warm beans first on hot chips, then add cold toppings like guacamole and sour cream last to maintain texture contrast and prevent melting.
- Season Black Beans Generously 🧂Toast cumin and garlic in olive oil before adding beans, then season aggressively with salt, pepper, and chipotle powder—well-seasoned beans are the flavor foundation of exceptional nachos.
- Prep Guacamole at the Last Moment 🥑Make guacamole no more than 15 minutes before serving and press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent oxidation and browning.
- Use a Sheet Pan Assembly Line 📋Arrange chips on a sheet pan, broil with cheese for 2-3 minutes until melted, then remove and top with fresh ingredients—this ensures even cheese distribution and prevents soggy bottoms.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low Sugar
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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