Loaded Nachos
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Tex-Mex

Loaded Nachos

Crisp tortilla chips layered with seasoned black beans, sweet corn, jalapeño, and bubbling cheddar, finished with cool avocado, tomato, and lime.

32 min 4 servings Medium
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How to prepare

1
Heat the oven to 200°C. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment, and combine the black beans, corn, red onion, cumin, and chili powder in a bowl.
2
Spread half of the tortilla chips over the sheet, leaving only small gaps. Scatter over half of the grated cheddar and half of the bean mixture so the layer is evenly covered.
3
Add the remaining chips, cheddar, bean mixture, and sliced jalapeño in that order. Keep the toppings distributed rather than piled in the center.
4
Bake for 7–9 minutes, until the cheddar is fully melted and the chip edges are lightly golden. Do not let the cheese brown deeply.
Freshly baked loaded nachos with bubbling melted cheddar and golden chip edges AI-generated image
5
Scatter the diced tomato and avocado over the hot nachos. Drizzle with sour cream, squeeze lime over the top, and serve immediately while the chips are crisp.
Finished Loaded Nachos garnished with avocado, tomato, sour cream, jalapeño, and lime AI-generated image

Why this recipe works

Two short baking stages create crisp chips and thoroughly melted cheese without scorching the fresh toppings. Beans and corn add substance, while lime, jalapeño, and cool avocado keep the rich layers lively.

Storage and reheating

How to store it

Nachos are best eaten immediately. Refrigerate leftover toppings separately in airtight containers for up to 2 days; discard chips that have become soggy.

How to reheat it

Do not reheat fully assembled nachos with avocado or sour cream. Reheat chips and baked toppings on a sheet at 190°C for 5–7 minutes, then add fresh toppings.

Nutrition / serving

742kcal
24.38 gprotein
67.33 gcarbs
43.76 gfat
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Published 15 Aug 2026 · updated 15 Aug 2026