Homemade Beef Nachos Supreme Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Beef:

• 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey

• 1 packet taco seasoning (low-sodium, if available)

• 1/2 cup water

For the Nachos:

• Baked tortilla chips (choose a reduced-fat or whole grain option)

• 1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced

• 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped

• 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, sliced (adjust to taste)

• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

• Non-fat Greek yogurt (as a sour cream substitute)

• Salsa (choose a low-sugar or sugar-free option)

Instructions:

1. Cook the Beef:
   • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef or ground turkey until browned. Drain any excess fat.
   • Add the taco seasoning and water, following the package instructions. Allow it to simmer until the mixture thickens. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Nacho Toppings:
   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
   • On a large baking sheet, spread out the baked tortilla chips in a single layer.
   • Evenly distribute the seasoned beef, reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, black beans, diced cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and sliced pickled jalapeños over the chips.
3. Bake the Nachos:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Top and Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.
   • Serve the nachos with dollops of non-fat Greek yogurt and salsa.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

Calories: 300

Fat: 10g

Carbohydrates: 30g

Fiber: 6g

Sugars: 2g

Protein: 20g