Smoky Black Bean Nachos

Loaded, melty, and on the table in 30 minutes

These smoky black bean nachos are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, with layers of crispy tortilla chips, hearty black beans, and plenty of melted pepper jack cheese. The combination of cumin and smoked paprika gives them a warm, smoky depth, while a quick lime crema adds a fresh finish. They come together in just 30 minutes, making them ideal for game day, movie night, or a fun family dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 bag (12 oz) tortilla chips
• 2 cups cooked black beans, rinsed
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 1 can (10 oz) fire-roasted tomatoes, drained
• 2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 lime, zested and juiced

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 425F. Toss beans with cumin, paprika, and salt.
2. Spread chips on a sheet pan; scatter beans, corn, tomatoes, cheese.
3. Bake 10-12 minutes until cheese melts and edges bubble.
4. Broil 1-2 minutes for golden spots, watching closely.
5. Stir sour cream with lime zest and juice; thin with water.
6. Top nachos with avocado and drizzle with lime crema.

Nutrition

This recipe works out to about 948 calories per serving. For the full breakdown, protein, carbs, and fat included, save it in the Forkful app: nutrition is calculated automatically from the ingredient list.

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