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No-Bake Tex-Mex Nachos – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

No-Bake Tex-Mex Nachos

The ultimate solution for a fast, satisfying, and incredibly delicious snack. These No-Bake Tex-Mex Nachos use a simple stovetop method to create a creamy, savory kidney bean topping that delivers all the flavor without the wait.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 222

Ingredients
  

  • 4.5 ounces (128 g / 4.5 oz) tortilla chips
  • 1.5 cups (425 g / 15 oz) canned chili-style red kidney beans, drained
  • 2 teaspoons (10 ml / 0.3 fl oz) vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g / 1.06 oz) Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup (56 g / 1.98 oz) grated Cheddar cheese
  • for Perfect Nachos
  • For an extra creamy, melted texture, stir half of the cheese directly into the warm bean mixture before spooning it over the chips.
  • Elevate your nachos with fresh toppings like pico de gallo, sliced jalapeños, diced avocado, or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.
  • Swap the kidney beans for black beans or pinto beans. Just add a pinch of chili powder and cumin to the beans as they heat up for that Tex-Mex flavor.
  • For a slightly warmer base, microwave the plain tortilla chips on a plate for 15-20 seconds before adding the toppings.

Method
 

  1. Spread the tortilla chips in an even layer on a large serving platter or baking sheet.
  2. Drain the kidney beans thoroughly.
  3. In a bowl, mash the beans with a fork or potato masher to your desired consistency. For a smoother texture, purée them in a food processor.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a small frying pan over medium heat.
  5. Add the mashed kidney beans and cook, stirring constantly, until warmed through.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the Greek yogurt until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  7. Carefully spoon the warm bean mixture evenly over the bed of tortilla chips.
  8. Immediately sprinkle the grated Cheddar cheese over the top and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 7gFat: 11g

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