Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos

Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos

Calories: 540

Protein: 36 g

Prep Time: 15 min   Cook Time: 35–40 min

Serves: 1

Ingredients

  • Sweet potato (skin on): 200 g / 7 oz / ~1 medium

  • Olive oil: 5 g / 1 tsp

  • Garlic powder: ¼ tsp

  • Onion powder: ¼ tsp

  • Smoked paprika: ¼ tsp

  • Salt & black pepper: to taste

  • Lean ground beef (93–95% lean): 115 g / 4 oz

  • Taco seasoning: 1 tsp

  • Black beans (drained & rinsed): 40 g / 1.4 oz / ~3 Tbsp

  • Light shredded cheddar or Mexican cheese: 28 g / 1 oz / ¼ cup

  • Diced tomato: 40 g / 1.4 oz / ¼ cup

  • Jalapeño (sliced): 10 g / 0.35 oz / ¼ small

  • Light sour cream or Greek yogurt: 20 g / 0.7 oz / 1½ Tbsp

  • Guacamole or mashed avocado: 25 g / 0.9 oz / 1½ Tbsp

Directions

  1. Preheat: Heat oven to 400°F / 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. Slice & season: Cut sweet potatoes into thin rounds. Toss with oil and spices. Spread evenly and bake 35–40 min, flipping halfway.

  3. Cook beef: In a skillet, brown ground beef with taco seasoning and a splash of water 5–7 min, until thickened.

  4. Assemble: Layer roasted potatoes, beef, beans, and cheese. Broil 2–3 min until melted.

  5. Finish: Add tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, and guacamole. Serve warm.

Meal Prep Instructions

  • Batch ahead: Prep roasted potatoes and beef in advance; add toppings fresh. Store separately and crisp potatoes in an air fryer 3–4 min before serving.

  • Storage: Refrigerate base up to 4 days. Assemble and broil fresh before serving.

Coach’s Tip

Don’t skip the broil — it melts everything together and gives that perfect “nacho pull” texture without chips.

🌱 Vegetarian Option — Plant-Based Sweet Potato Nachos

Replace beef with 115 g (4 oz) seitan or your preferred plant-based ground “meat” (aim for ~20–25 g protein per 100 g; examples: Beyond Meat, Gardein, Lightlife). Sauté with taco seasoning 5–7 min until browned, then assemble as directed.

Adjusted macros: ~545 kcal | 35 g protein

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