Loaded Tater Tot Nachos
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Loaded Tater Tot Nachos
Description
These Loaded Tater Tot Nachos start with a layer of tater tots baked until crispy. Optional ground beef is cooked with taco seasoning to add a spiced, savory flavor. The tots are topped with crumbled bacon, the seasoned beef, and shredded cheddar cheese, then baked briefly until the cheese melts and bubbles.
After baking, the nachos are garnished with fresh diced tomatoes and sliced green onions, lending a fresh and slightly crisp texture. A dollop of sour cream finishes it, adding cool creaminess to balance the rich toppings. This dish offers a satisfying mix of textures and flavors with each bite.
Serve immediately after assembly to enjoy the crispy tots and melted cheese at their best. This recipe works well as a shareable appetizer or filling snack.
Ingredients
- 1 (32 ounce each) bag tater tots
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 6 lices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- 8 ounces ground beef optional, or 2 cups leftover taco meat, lean
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning optional
Toppings
- 1 cup tomato diced, fresh
- 4 green onions sliced
- ½ cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- If using ground beef, heat a medium skillet over medium high heat. Add the beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon until no pink remains. Drain any fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and ¼ cup of water. Simmer uncovered for 4 to 5 minutes or until the water has evaporated.
- Line a large baking pan with parchment paper. Place Tater Tots in a single layer and bake 20 minutes turning after 10 minutes.
- Top with bacon, beef if using, and cheddar cheese. Bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and top with tomatoes, green onions and sour cream. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 640 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 640 | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 44g | 68% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 1276mg | 53% |
| Potassium | 663mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 785IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 16.4mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 321mg | 32% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.