Description

This Sheet-Pan Nachos recipe combines crunchy tortilla chips with spiced black beans, mixed vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese for a vibrant and satisfying meal. Finished with fresh toppings like spring onions, tomato, jalapeño, and cilantro, and served with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges, this easy-to-make nacho platter is perfect for a quick dinner or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

7 oz tortilla chips
14 oz canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/4 tsp chili powder
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
2 cups mixed frozen vegetables (corn, bell peppers, carrots, peas)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Toppings and Garnishes

2 spring onions, thinly sliced
1 medium tomato, diced
1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
Fresh cilantro, chopped
Sour cream, to serve
Salsa, to serve
Lime wedges

Instructions

Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
Season Beans: In a medium bowl, combine the rinsed and drained black beans with ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat the beans evenly with the spices.
Arrange Base Layer: Spread the tortilla chips evenly across the prepared baking sheet, creating a base layer for the nachos.
Add Beans: Distribute the seasoned black beans evenly over the layer of tortilla chips, ensuring even coverage for flavor in every bite.
Add Vegetables: Scatter the mixed frozen vegetables evenly on top of the beans and chips. The frozen vegetables will warm and soften during baking.
Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the assembled layers to add a creamy, melted topping.
Bake: Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the vegetables are heated through.
Add Fresh Toppings: Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Immediately top the nachos with sliced spring onions, diced tomato, jalapeño slices (if using), and chopped cilantro for freshness and color.
Serve: Serve the nachos hot with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges on the side, allowing everyone to customize their serving.

Notes

You can customize the vegetable mix to your preference or use fresh vegetables, but increase baking time slightly if using fresh to ensure they soften.
Adjust chili powder and jalapeño amount according to your heat preference.
For a vegetarian version, ensure the cheese is vegetarian-friendly and avoid meat toppings.
Serve immediately to enjoy the crispness of the chips before they soften.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven for best texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Keywords: sheet-pan nachos, black beans nachos, vegetable nachos, baked nachos, easy nachos, vegetarian snack