healthy beef nachos supreme
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Intensity: Easy
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 bag (about 10 ounces) whole-grain tortilla chips
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced avocado
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream for topping (optional)
Instructions:
- Cook the Beef Mixture:
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and bell peppers, sauté until softened.
- Add lean ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
- Stir in drained and rinsed black beans, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine flavors. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the Nachos:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Arrange whole-grain tortilla chips in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Spoon the cooked beef and bean mixture evenly over the tortilla chips.
- Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the beef and bean mixture.
- Scatter diced tomatoes, diced avocado, and sliced black olives (if using) over the top.
- Bake:
- Place the assembled nachos in the preheated oven and bake for about 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve:
- Remove the nachos from the oven and sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top.
- Serve the healthy beef nachos supreme immediately with optional toppings such as Greek yogurt or low-fat sour cream on the side.
Note: You can customize these nachos by adding other toppings such as sliced jalapeños, diced red onions, or a squeeze of lime juice for added flavor. Use whole-grain tortilla chips for a healthier option with more fiber. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder and cumin to suit your taste preferences.
