Taco Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos
This sweet potato nachos recipe makes a healthier version of beef nachos! They're a delicious game day appetizer, snack, or weeknight meal.
Servings: 4
Calories: 567kcal
Ingredients
- 4 small sweet potatoes scrubbed clean, and ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoons cumin
- 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
Taco Ground Beef
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning homemade or store-bought
- ¼ cup water
Quick Guacamole
- 1 avocado peeled and pitted
- 1 teaspoons fresh cilantro
- 2 teaspoons lime juice (1/2 fresh lime)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Nacho Toppings
- 1 lime sliced
- ½ cup salsa
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- ¼ cup pickled onions
Instructions
Prepare the Sweet Potato Fries
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
- Using a sharp knife, slice sweet potatoes into ½ inch wide strips/wedges. Stir the oil and seasonings together in a mixing bowl.
- Add potatoes to the oil/seasoning and toss well to coat. Arrange wedges flat on prepared baking sheet. Roast in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, flipping them over half way through cooking time.
Prepare the Beef
- While the fries are baking, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Break the beef apart and turn often as it cooks. Drain any excess grease (optional).
- Stir taco seasoning and water into the skillet with the beef. Simmer together over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring often.
Make the Guacamole
- Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the avocado. Stir to combine seasonings with avocado. Taste for seasoning, adding more salt and pepper as desired.
Assemble the Nachos
- Arrange the fries on a large platter, or divide among several individual plates.
- Top with ground beef, guacamole, and your favorite nacho toppings. Garnish with extra cilantro and lime slices.
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Notes
To make a scoopable version of sweet potato nachos, cut the potatoes into thin slices rather than wedges. Thinner slices will cook faster, so watch carefully to prevent them from burning.
Nutrition
Serving: 255g | Calories: 567kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 904mg | Potassium: 1128mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 18850IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 88mg | Iron: 4mg
