Na Cho Nachos (Lighter Nachos) Recipe

Name: Na Cho Nachos (Lighter Nachos)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 whole-wheat flour tortillas; 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 1/2 to 2 cups low-fat spicy pepper jack cheese, shredded; 2 green onions, sliced on an angle; 1 tomato, diced; 1 teaspoon taco seasoning; 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt or light sour cream; Guacamole (recipe follows); Juice of lime wedge; Sprig of cilantro; 1 avocado; 1 garlic clove; 1/2 jalapeno, seeded; 1/4 onion; 1/4 bunch cilantro leaves; 1/2 lime, juiced; Salt

Servings: persons

4 whole-wheat flour tortillas
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 to 2 cups low-fat spicy pepper jack cheese, shredded
2 green onions, sliced on an angle
1 tomato, diced
1 teaspoon taco seasoning
1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt or light sour cream
Guacamole (recipe follows)
Juice of lime wedge
Sprig of cilantro
1 avocado
1 garlic clove
1/2 jalapeno, seeded
1/4 onion
1/4 bunch cilantro leaves
1/2 lime, juiced
Salt

1
Nachos
2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
3
Cut each tortilla into 10 wedges.
4
Spread wedges evenly on sheet pans and bake until nicely crisped, about 5-8 minutes.
5
Set aside.
6
Arrange chips on an ovenproof platter.
7
Top the chips with black beans and jack cheese and place in the oven until cheese is completely melted, approximately 8 minutes.
8
Remove chips from oven and top with taco seasoning, tomatoes, green onion, guacamole and Greek yogurt or light sour cream.
9
Squeeze a wedge of lime over top and garnish with a sprig of cilantro.
10
Guacamole
11
Place all ingredients for guacamole in a food processor.
12
Process on high until smooth.
13
Season with salt.

745

kcal

Calories

Fat

118

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 whole-wheat flour tortillas, 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained, 1 1/2 to 2 cups low-fat spicy pepper jack cheese, shredded, 2 green onions, sliced on an angle, and more.

Yes, Na Cho Nachos (Lighter 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!

Na Cho Nachos (Lighter Nachos)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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