Sheet-Pan Nachos Pantry Beans (Printable)

Crunchy chips topped with spiced beans, frozen vegetables, and melted cheddar in a quick sheet-pan meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 7 oz tortilla chips

→ Beans

02 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
03 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
04 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/4 tsp chili powder
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Frozen Vegetables

07 - 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables (e.g., corn, bell peppers, carrots, peas)

→ Cheese

08 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Toppings

09 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
10 - 1 medium tomato, diced
11 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
12 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Sour cream, to serve
14 - Salsa, to serve
15 - Lime wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine rinsed black beans with ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper, tossing to coat evenly.
03 - Spread tortilla chips evenly across the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Scatter the seasoned black beans over the tortilla chips.
05 - Distribute the mixed frozen vegetables evenly on top of the beans and chips.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the sheet ingredients.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles and vegetables are heated through.
08 - Remove from oven and garnish with thinly sliced spring onions, diced tomato, jalapeño slices, and chopped cilantro.
09 - Serve immediately with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Fast and easy prep using pantry staples
  • Customizable with your favorite vegetarian toppings
02 -
  • For vegan nachos, use plant-based cheese and sour cream alternatives.
  • Use any blend of frozen vegetables, but avoid those high in water content for the best texture.
03 -
  • Try substituting cheddar with Monterey Jack or vegan cheese for dietary needs.
  • If you want a protein boost, add cooked chicken, beef, or tofu to the layers.
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