Description
Bell Pepper Nachos offer a delicious, low-carb twist on the classic Mexican appetizer, featuring colorful bell pepper chips topped with seasoned ground meat, black beans, corn, jalapeños, and melted reduced-fat cheese. This easy and quick recipe is perfect for a tasty snack or light meal ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6 large bell peppers
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- ¾ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- ¾ cup sweet yellow corn, thawed
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- ½ to 1 cup reduced-fat shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a large baking sheet or two standard sheets by coating them with nonstick oil or lining them with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Bell Peppers: Using a small sharp knife, core the stem from each bell pepper. Slice each pepper in half, then cut each half into three equal parts, creating six 'chips' per pepper. Lay the bell pepper chips in a single layer on the baking sheet with the insides facing up.
- Cook Meat Mixture: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef or turkey and cook, stirring frequently, until fully browned and crumbled. Stir in the taco seasoning along with 2/3 cup water. Add black beans, corn, and sliced jalapeños if using. Mix everything well and heat through until hot and combined.
- Assemble Nachos: Spoon the seasoned meat and vegetable mixture evenly over the bell pepper chips on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the reduced-fat shredded Mexican cheese blend evenly on top.
- Bake and Serve: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted. Remove from oven and serve warm with your favorite toppings like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.
Notes
- These bell pepper nachos are a great low-carb alternative to traditional chips and perfect for a light snack or appetizer.
- You can substitute ground turkey with ground chicken or plant-based crumbles for a different protein option.
- Adjust the amount of cheese based on your preference or dietary needs—using less cheese will reduce fat and calories.
- Optional toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa add extra flavor and freshness.
- Feel free to increase the spice by adding more jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 243 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 133 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 48 mg
