Bell Pepper Nachos Recipe

Name: Bell Pepper Nachos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 bell peppers; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped; ⅓ cup onion, diced; 1 teaspoon chili powder; ½ teaspoon cumin; 1 ½ cups rice, cooked; ½ cup monterey jack cheese; ¼ cup cilantro; 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce; ½ cup sharp cheddar cheese; cooking spray

Servings: persons

1
Spray large baking sheets with cooking spray.
2
Set aside.
3
Cut bell peppers into 2 x 1.5 inch strips, cut strips into bite-sized triangles (each strip should yield 2 or 3 triangles).
4
Spray large skillet with cooking spray.
5
Add tomatoes, onion, chili powder and cumin.
6
Cook over medium heat 3 minutes until union is tender, stirring occasionally.
7
Remove from heat.
8
STir in rise, monterey jack cheese, cilantro and hot pepper sauce.
9
Top each pepper triangle with roughly 2 tablespoons rice mixture Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
10
Place on prepped baking sheets and cover with plastic wrap.
11
REfrigerate up to 8 hours before serving.
12
When ready to serve, preheat broiler.
13
Remove plastic wrap.
14
Broil nachoes 6 to 8 inches from heat, 3 to 4 minutes until cheese is bubbly and rice is heated through.

402

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 bell peppers, 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped, ⅓ cup onion, diced, 1 teaspoon chili powder, and more.

Yes, Bell Pepper Nachos falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bell Pepper Nachos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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