Sweet Potato Nachos
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Sweet Potato Nachos
Description
The recipe begins by peeling and slicing large sweet potatoes into discs, which are then coated with a chosen oil and seasoned with chili powder, garlic powder, and cayenne or paprika, alongside salt and pepper. These slices roast in a hot oven until tender, developing a mix of soft and slightly crisp textures. After roasting, they're layered with grated cheese that melts back in the oven to create a bubbly, rich topping.
Following the melt, a selection of cold or room-temperature toppings such as black beans, jalapeno peppers, guacamole, salsa, or Greek yogurt add brightness, creaminess, and contrast to the warm base. This layered approach combines sweet and savory flavors with varied textures, making for a versatile snack or light meal.
Adjusting toppings allows customization for paleo (omitting cheese), vegan (using vegan cheese), or meat-lovers (adding bacon or pulled chicken). Adding a sprinkle of cinnamon over the potatoes before roasting can enhance the sweet-savory character. The dish fits well for sharing and casual eating.
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potato large
- 1/2-1 cup cheese cheddar, pepper jack, mexican blend, freshly grated
- Cooking spray oil or favorite oil, as needed
- 1/8-1/4 tsp chili powder
- 1/8-1/4 tsp garlic powder
- cayenne pepper to taste, or paprika (mild
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- plus all your favorite nacho toppings from the list below
TASTY TOPPINGS: CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITES!
- black beans
- jalapeno pepper fresh or pickled
- Greek yogurt or sour cream
- guacamole
- salsa
- Pico de Gallo
- tomato
- black olives
- Pickled red onion
- green onion chopped
- romaine lettuce spinach, spring mix, shredded
- corn salsa
- bell pepper or sweet mini peppers, chopped
Instructions
- Pre-heat your oven to 400°F.
- Wash and scrub sweet potatoes. Remove the skin with a veggie peeler and slice into discs with a sharp knife or mandolin.
- 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.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes or until tender.
- Top with your choice of veggies, beans, and cheese and return to the oven until the cheese is hot and bubbly!
- 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
- For paleo versions, omit cheese and load with guacamole and salsa.
- Include shredded chicken, pulled pork, or bacon for a meat-laden variation.
- Vegan versions can omit dairy cheese or substitute with vegan cheese alternatives.
- Add a pinch of ground cinnamon on the sweet potatoes pre-roasting to enhance flavor complexity.
- Customize toppings based on preference, choosing from beans, peppers, tomatoes, and various salsas to taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 98 kcal
% 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.
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