Veg Nachos

Nachos

Nachos are corn tortilla chips, served with heated melted butter. Beside a wonderful appetizer, they are also served as a main paired with refried beans, fajitas and salsa/guacamol.

For variations, you can make Chipotle Nacho, or nachos topped with any of your favorite veg/meat toppings. Sometimes, I even make nachos with cheese and jalapeños only. It is the best ever easy and delicious Mexican dish to enjoy on lazy weekends or whenever you want.

Ingredients Needed for Veg Nachos

• Tortilla chips: Plain tortilla chips.
• Black / red beans: To make the refried beans. Canned beans can also be used.
• Bell peppers: Tri-color bell pepper to make the fajita.
• Tomatoes: Adds nice zing in refried beans and fajita.
• Onions and Garlic: For flavors.
• Jalapenos and Olives: Adds nice crunch and taste in the nachos.
• Avocado: To make guacamole for the nachos.
• Coriander leaves: For that refreshing flavor.
• Lemon juice: Adds a nice tanginess in the whole nacho platter.
• Spices: Coriander, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
• Oil: To make the beans and fajita.
• Cheese and Sour cream: For toppings.

How to make Veg Nachos?

Step 1. Make refried beans

• Heat oil in a pan and add onions and garlic. Saute for a minute and then add tomatoes and bell peppers.
• Stir for a minute or two and then add beans, paprika, coriander powder, salt, pepper, and cumin seeds powder.
• Let it cook on low medium heat until beans are combined with vegetables. Mash it using a potato masher, if desired.
• Add coriander leaves, parsley leaves, and lemon juice and set aside.

Step 2. Make bell pepper Fajita

• Heat oil in a pan and add garlic. Saute for a minute and then add onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers.
• Stir for a minute or two and then add, paprika, coriander powder, salt, pepper, and cumin seeds powder.
• Let it cook on low medium heat until vegetables are slightly soft.
• Add oregano, coriander leaves, and lemon juice and set aside.

Step 3. Make guacamole

• Cut the avocados in halves. Remove the centers and mash the pulp with a fork.
• Add the lemon juice to prevent darkening and then mix in the remaining ingredients and mash with the back of a fork.

Step 4. Assembling

• Arrange tortilla chips in a plate or bakin gtray. Top up with a layer of refried beans and bell pepper fajita.
• Sprinkle cheese. Put it in the oven for 5 minutes, just to melt the cheese.
• Now add some guacamole and sprinkle olives, jalapenos, and top up with sour cream.
• Serve warm sprinkled with taco seasoning.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this yummy veg nachos platter with your favorite drink like fruit punch, virgin mojito, lemonade, or fruit juices. You may also pair it with tomato salsa or salsa de Verde.

Like veg nachos, try these recipes…

• Corn Salsa
• Mexican Chopped Salad
• Veg Quesadillas (+ Video)
• Crispy Tofu Vegan Tacos- Guest Post by Ben Smith
• Grilled Vegetables Tacos

Looking for more such lunch recipes to get some ideas for your meals? Do not miss my Chole Bhature and Crispy Tofu Taco and the best one’s Grilled Veg Taco.

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This post was originally posted in 2015, since then I have updated the pictures and content for better engagement.

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Sapana Behl