Heart-Healthy Classic Nachos and Cheese
Elevate your snack game with this "Heart-Healthy Classic Nachos and Cheese" recipe—a delicious twist on a beloved favorite that combines flavor-packed ingredients with mindful nutrition. Loaded with fiber-rich black beans, fresh diced tomatoes, creamy avocado, and whole-grain tortilla chips, this dish is as wholesome as it is satisfying. Low-fat shredded cheddar cheese melts perfectly over the crispy chips, while a zesty homemade salsa adds a burst of vibrant flavor. Finished with jalapeño slices and a drizzle of tangy sour cream, these nachos are perfect for sharing. Ready in just 25 minutes, they’re the ideal choice for guilt-free game day appetizers or quick family meals. Add this heart-healthy snack to your rotation—it's packed with nutrients and bold flavors your taste buds will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces whole grain tortilla chips
- 1.5 cups low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup red onion, diced
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 medium lime, juice
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- as needed cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly spray a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
Spread the tortilla chips evenly on the baking sheet.
Sprinkle the black beans over the tortilla chips, ensuring even distribution.
Sprinkle the low-fat shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chips and beans.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
While the nachos are baking, mix the diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro in a bowl. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and add the ground cumin and black pepper. Toss to combine, creating a fresh salsa.
Once the cheese is melted, remove the nachos from the oven.
Top the hot nachos with diced avocado, prepared salsa, and jalapeño slices.
Serve immediately, drizzling with sour cream or serving it on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.5 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.9 g | 180% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 3448 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 241.8 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.9 g | 168% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 96.2 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1876 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2669 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
