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Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos

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A quick and easy snack featuring crispy roasted sweet potatoes topped with smoky black beans and melted cheese, perfect for game day or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 ½ cups (about 150 g) shredded sharp cheddar or Mexican cheese blend
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional fresh toppings: diced avocado, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Peel and slice sweet potatoes into thin rounds about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick.
  3. Toss sweet potato slices in a mixing bowl with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and a pinch of salt until well coated.
  4. Arrange sweet potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet without overlapping.
  5. Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until edges are golden and crispy but centers are tender.
  6. While roasting, drain and rinse black beans. Optionally warm them gently with salt and pepper.
  7. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Transfer roasted sweet potatoes to an oven-safe dish or keep on baking sheet.
  8. Layer black beans evenly over the sweet potatoes.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the sweet potatoes and beans.
  10. Bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Remove from oven and add optional fresh toppings like diced avocado, cilantro, jalapeños, and sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  12. Serve immediately.

Notes

Slice sweet potatoes evenly for uniform cooking; flipping halfway is key to crispiness. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent sogginess. Use dairy-free cheese and cashew cream or avocado crema for a vegan version. Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to restore crispiness.

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