Description
These Bell Pepper Nachos are a healthier alternative to traditional nachos, perfect for a low-carb or gluten-free diet. Packed with flavor and customizable toppings, they make a delicious appetizer or main course.
Ingredients
Scale
Bell Pepper Nachos:
- 4 large bell peppers (any color, cut into bite-sized wedges)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground turkey or beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- ½ cup corn (optional)
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- ¼ cup diced red onion
- 1 jalapeño (sliced, optional)
- Chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, and sour cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat in olive oil until browned.
- Add seasoning: Add taco seasoning and water, simmer for a few minutes.
- Assemble: Arrange bell pepper wedges on the baking sheet, top with seasoned meat, black beans, corn, olives, and cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese melts and peppers are tender.
- Top and serve: Add onions, jalapeños, tomatoes, sour cream, and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- This low-carb twist on nachos is perfect for meal prep or healthy snacking.
- Swap ground meat for lentils or tofu for a vegetarian version.
- Add avocado or guacamole for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 loaded portion
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
