Veggie Nacho Bowl Tex-Mex (Print)

Hearty bowl filled with roasted veggies, crunchy chips, black beans, cheese, fresh avocado, and zesty toppings.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed frozen
06 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Beans

07 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

→ Chips

08 - 5 oz tortilla chips (gluten-free if needed)

→ Cheese

09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (or vegan alternative)

→ Toppings

10 - 1 avocado, diced
11 - 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
12 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Lime wedges, for serving
14 - Salt and pepper, to taste
15 - Olive oil, for roasting

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven to 400°F and allow it to reach temperature.
02 - On a baking sheet, toss diced bell peppers, sliced red onion, cherry tomatoes, corn, and jalapeño (if using) with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway, until tender and lightly charred.
03 - Arrange tortilla chips evenly in a large oven-safe platter or on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
04 - Scatter roasted vegetables and black beans onto the chips. Evenly sprinkle with shredded cheese.
05 - Return to oven and bake for 5 minutes, until cheese melts and bubbles.
06 - Remove from oven. Top with diced avocado, spoonfuls of sour cream or yogurt, and chopped cilantro. Serve promptly with lime wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses vibrant, wholesome ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Naturally vegetarian and easily made dairy-free or gluten-free
  • Perfect for sharing or solo comfort with minimal prep work
02 -
  • Naturally high in fiber and plant protein from beans and vegetables
  • Incredibly customizable with whatever is in season or in your pantry
  • Ready in forty minutes with very little active cooking
03 -
  • Let your roasted veggies cool for a minute before layering onto the chips This prevents steam from making the chips soggy
  • Use parchment paper on your baking sheet for easier cleanup and to help evenly distribute heat
  • Always shred your cheese from a block for better melting and flavor Pre-shredded cheese often contains additives that affect texture

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