Vegetarian Nachos Grande with Black Bean Picante
A vibrant vegetarian nachos raise-the-bar dish, blending crunchy tortilla layers, spicy black bean picante, and a melty pepper-jack finish. Built as a complete plate with starch, protein, veg, and a zesty crema for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
Servings:
2 servings
(originally 4 servings)Ingredients(scaled)
- ½ bag (about 10 oz) sturdy tortilla chips
- ½ cup black beans, cooked or canned, rinsed
- ½ cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
- ½ 1/2 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded (additional for topping)
- ½ medium bell pepper, sliced
- ½ small red onion, diced
- ½ cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- ½ medium tomato, diced
- ½ jalapeño, minced (optional, for heat)
- ½ 1/2 cup salsa picante or spicy tomato salsa
- ½ 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- ½ 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ Salt to taste
- ½ Fresh cilantro for garnish
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C). Scatter half the chips on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little oil.
- Top with black beans, corn, peppers, onion, tomato, jalapeño, salsa, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and salt; sprinkle 1 cup pepper jack.
- Add remaining chips on top, press gently, then finish with remaining cheese. Bake 10–12 minutes until melted and bubbly; a few browned edges are good.
- For crema, mix sour cream, lime juice, and a pinch of salt; serve dolloped on the side with cilantro.
Chef’s Pro Tips
- Toppings scale: add avocado or pico de gallo after baking for fresh texture.
- Brown butter note: toss corn in a hot skillet with a knob of butter for 1–2 minutes before adding.
- Acid finish: a squeeze of lime over plated portions brightens flavors.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with extra salsa, sour cream, and sliced jalapeño; pair with a simple lime-spiked avocado salad on the side.
Storage Instructions
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Nutritional Estimates
Per serving · 2 servings total
| calories | 580 |
|---|---|
| protein | 21 |
| carbs | 74 |
| fat | 22 |
| fiber | 12 |
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