Low Sodium Nacho Fries
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and bold flavors of **Low Sodium Nacho Fries**, a healthier twist on a beloved snack. This recipe features oven-baked Russet potato fries seasoned with a smoky, aromatic blend of paprika, garlic powder, cumin, and chili powder—no deep frying needed! Topped with a creamy low-sodium cheese sauce, fresh cilantro, green onions, and optional jalapeño slices, these fries pack all the zing without the unnecessary salt. Perfect as a guilt-free appetizer, game-day treat, or even a fun side dish, these nacho fries are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with Tex-Mex flair. Ready in under an hour and serving up to four, this dish proves that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor to make heart-smart choices!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 cup Low sodium cheese sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 2 stalks Green onions
- 1 optional Fresh jalapeño
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. Slice them into thin fries, about 1/4 inch thick.
Place the sliced potatoes in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for about 10 minutes to remove excess starch. This will help them become crispier when baked.
Drain and pat the potato slices dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, ground cumin, and chili powder.
Add the potato slices to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Spread the seasoned potato fries evenly on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
While the fries are baking, prepare your toppings. Chop the cilantro, slice the green onions, and slice the jalapeño, if using.
Once the fries are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
Drizzle the low sodium cheese sauce over the fries, then sprinkle with fresh cilantro, green onions, and jalapeño slices.
Serve immediately and enjoy your tasty, low sodium nacho fries!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1957 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.8 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 326 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.4 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.4 g | ||
| Protein | 53.9 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 723 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 7295 mg | 155% | |
*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.
