Pinto Bean Nachos
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack with these vibrant and flavorful Pinto Bean Nachos! This quick and easy recipe features layers of crispy tortilla chips piled high with seasoned pinto beans, gooey melted cheddar cheese, and an array of fresh toppings like diced tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty jalapeños. The beans are sautéed with aromatic spices like cumin and chili powder, adding a hearty, smoky kick to every bite. Perfect for game day, casual dinners, or sharing with friends, this dish comes together in just 25 minutes. Serve these nachos piping hot and garnished with dollops of tangy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a fiesta of bold, irresistible flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Tortilla chips
- 1.5 cups Pinto beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 cup Diced avocado or guacamole
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the pinto beans, ground cumin, chili powder, and salt to the saucepan. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes, mashing some of the beans with the back of a spoon to create a chunky texture. Remove from heat.
On a large baking sheet, spread the tortilla chips evenly in a single layer.
Spoon the seasoned pinto beans evenly over the tortilla chips.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beans and chips, ensuring even coverage.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
Carefully remove the nachos from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.
Top the nachos with diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced avocado or guacamole, and dollops of sour cream.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious pinto bean nachos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.1 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.0 g | 355% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 4012 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.8 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.3 g | 144% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 85.4 g | 171% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2075 mg | 160% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2876 mg | 61% | |
*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.
