Quick and easy plant based “nachos” with sweet potato chips and all the fixings. Perfect for a plant-based side, appetizer, or game time snack.
At Mexican restaurants, my sister used to order the loaded nachos appetizer as an entree and we’d all laugh at the giant plate juxtaposed with her tiny frame.
I’m starting to think she had the right idea, though, you know?
It’s been dark and overcast here with the the impending Hurricane Florence, so I’m thinking we should brighten up our plates a bit.
My plans tonight are simple and I thought you might want to join in.
I’m making a giant plate of these Loaded Sweet Potato Chip Nachos with Sweet Potato Nacho Cheese to kick back for a little fiesta.
It’s the perfect plant-based appetizer, side, meal (no judgement!), or snack to munch on for sunshine-y vibes.
My love of sweet potatoes is no secret, so you can imagine the concept of using them as a vehicle for nacho toppings totally appealed to me.
I couldn’t just stop there, though, so I added black beans, sweet pomegranate, creamy avocado, and a deliciously creamy sweet potato based nacho cheese because that’s how we do things here.
I think that’s how you should do things, too.
Because topping a good thing with more good things makes for even better things, yes?
This dish couldn’t be easier to throw together– it’s almost too good to be true.
Yes, you could make your own sweet potato “nacho” chips, but Bare Snacks Sweet Potato Chips makes them so easy!
I’m still crushing hard on these sweet chips that are perfectly crispy and baked without any added oils.
All you need to make your sweet potato “nachos” is a crunchy sweet potato chip base, your favorite Mexican-inspired toppings, and a batch of the BEST root-veggie nacho cheese.
Enjoy these Loaded Sweet Potato Chip Nachos with Sweet Potato Nacho Cheese as a fun appetizer, side, or the main course.
I love enjoying half of this fully loaded recipe as an entree!
If you want more protein, try adding tempeh or tofu crumbles.
Load these nachos in the way that is the most you, because these nachos are totally customizable.
If you don’t have pomegranate seeds, try adding some diced mango or peaches to bring in an elemental of fruity sweetness.
Try adding salsa, hot sauce, or jalapeños for a little heat!
If you make a plate of these Loaded Sweet Potato Chip Nachos with Sweet Potato Nacho Cheese, let me know!
Be sure to leave me a comment, rating, and review so I can use your feedback to create more yums.
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For more sweet potato envy, check out my Stuffed Purple Sweet Potatoes and My Favorite Tray Dinner .
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Loaded Sweet Potato Chip Nachos with Sweet Potato Nacho Cheese
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 2-4 servings
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Quick and easy plant based “nachos” with sweet potato chips and all the fixings. Perfect for a plant-based side, appetizer, or game time snack.
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Chip Nacho Chips
- 1–2 bags of Bare Snacks Sweet Potato Chips* (or sub homemade!)
- 1 13-oz. can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (or sub mango)
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 lime, squeezed
- fresh cilantro
Sweet Potato Nacho Cheese
- 2 cups peeled and diced sweet potatoes
- 1 cup carrots, peeled and roughly chopped
- ½ cup nutritional yeast
- ¼ cup runny cashew butter
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (+more as needed for thinner consistency)
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp Himalayan sea salt
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tsp yellow mustard
For serving
- hot sauce
- salsa
- jalapeño
Instructions
- To make the Sweet Potato Nacho Cheese, add the baby carrots and peeled potatoes to a pot and cover with filtered water. Bring to a boil and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until fork tender.
- Once the carrots and potatoes are soft enough, drain water out of pot and add to a high speed blender. Add all remaining ingredients into blender and blend on high for 2 to 3 mins until smooth and creamy, adding more almond milk as needed to reach desired consistency. Refrigerate until ready for use.
- Arrange sweet potato chips on a large platter and top with black beans, avocado, and red onion. Garnish with pomegranate seed, cilantro, and fresh squeezed lime.
- Serve immediately with optional hot sauce, salsa, and jalapeños.
Notes
*To make your own sweet potato nachos:
Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Place the thinly sliced sweet potato rounds on the baking sheet and bake them for 30-45 minutes, flipping once halfway to ensure even baking. Add more time for crispier “nachos”, and less time for more tender potatoes. Allow the sweet potato nachos to cool slightly before plating and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Entrée, Snack, Side, Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Oil-Free
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This sounds amazing! Will definitely try the cheesy sweet potato sauce this evening and let you know how it went down. I don’t have cashew butter at home, could I substitute this with either peanut butter or some (soaked) cashews? What do you think? Thanks for the inspiration!
Hi Kirsten! I think soaked cashews (maybe ~1/4-1/2 cuo?) would be perfect here. Peanut butter might be too strong– but tahini is another great substitute! Let me know how you liked it! XOXO.
Thanks Lauren!
I tried it yesterday with soaked cashews and it turned out amazing! Even though the cheesy sauce didn’t have the same yellow-ish colour and creamy texture than in your picture, it tasted amazing! Will definitely keep your recipe in mind.