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Sweet Potato Nachos

These sweet potato nachos are not only insanely delicious but will convince even sweet potato skeptics to abandon ship on their stubbornness and dive in!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 98 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 large sweet potatoes
  • 1/2-1 cup freshly grated cheese (cheddar, pepper jack, mexican blend)
  • Spray oil or favorite oil, as needed
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp chili powder
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • cayenne pepper (spicy) or paprika (mild) to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • plus all your favorite nacho toppings from the list below
TASTY TOPPINGS: CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITES!
  • black beans
  • fresh or pickled jalapeno peppers
  • greek yogurt or sour cream
  • guacamole
  • salsa
  • Pico de Gallo
  • tomatoes
  • black olives
  • Pickled red onion
  • chopped green onion
  • shredded romaine lettuce spinach, spring mix
  • corn salsa
  • chopped bell peppers or sweet mini peppers

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Wash and scrub sweet potatoes. Remove the skin with a veggie peeler and slice into discs with a sharp knife or mandolin.
  3. Drizzle, rub, or spray the slices with your favorite healthy oil (avocado, coconut, olive, etc...) and arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet or pan. Season with chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne/paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Roast for 30-40 minutes or until tender.
  5. Top with your choice of veggies, beans, and cheese and return to the oven until the cheese is hot and bubbly!
  6. Lastly, layer on cold toppings such as greek yogurt or sour cream, guacamole, salsa, green onion, and anything else you might be jonesin' for. Then simply introduce them to your face! You're welcome.

Notes

  • To make these gloriously paleo, simply skip the dairy in favor of a mountain of guacamole and salsa. SO GOOD!
  • T-Rex? Add some bacon, shredded chicken, or pulled pork and have at it!
  • Vegan? Skip the cheese or add some daiya instead. This dish is easily veganized and oh-so flavorful either way, especially when loaded to the brim with fresh salsa and guacamole.
  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated for the base recipe above using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed based on choice of toppings and enjoy!
  • To take the savory-sweet combo a step further, grab a little ground cinnamon and sprinkle that over the sweet potatoes too! I tried this the other day and practically swooned into my plate.

Nutrition Information

Calories 98kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 13g (4%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 3g (5%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 11mg (4%) Sodium 125mg (5%) Potassium 230mg (7%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 9341IU (187%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 90mg (9%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 98

% Daily Value*

Calories 98kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 13g 4%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 3g 5%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 11mg 4%
Sodium 125mg 5%
Potassium 230mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 9341IU 187%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 90mg 9%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.