Loaded Nachos Tortilla chips layered with cheese, beans, salsa, and guacamole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these loaded nachos layered with cheese, beans, salsa, and guacamole. Perfect for parties, game nights, or a quick family snack bursting with flavor.

INGREDIENTS
•  250 g (9 oz) tortilla chips
•  200 g (7 oz) cheddar cheese, grated
•  150 g (5 oz) cooked black beans or kidney beans
•  150 g (5 oz) fresh salsa
•  150 g (5 oz) guacamole
•  100 g (3.5 oz) sour cream
•  2 medium jalapeños, sliced
•  1 small red onion, finely chopped
•  1 handful fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped

HELPFUL COOKING TIPS
1.  Use a mix of cheeses (cheddar + mozzarella) for extra gooey texture.
2.  Warm the beans slightly before layering to keep nachos hot longer.
3.  Add cooked chicken or beef mince for a protein boost.
4.  Layer chips and toppings in two rounds for even distribution.
5.  Serve with lime wedges for a fresh, zesty finish.

PREP AND COOKING TIMES
•  Prep Time: 10 minutes
•  Cooking Time: 10 minutes
•  Total Time: 20 minutes

STEP-BY-STEP COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
1.  Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
2.  Spread tortilla chips evenly on a baking tray.
3.  Sprinkle grated cheese generously over the chips.
4.  Add beans evenly across the layer.
5.  Bake for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6.  Remove from oven and top with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, jalapeños, onion, and coriander.
7.  Serve immediately while warm and gooey.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION (PER SERVING)
•  Calories: ~420 kcal
•  Protein: 14 g
•  Carbohydrates: 45 g
•  Fat: 20 g
•  Fiber: 6 g

DIETARY TAGS
•  Vegetarian
•  Comfort Food
•  Party Snack
•  High Fiber
•  Gluten-Free (if using certified GF chips)

ALLERGEN INFORMATION
•  Contains dairy (cheese, sour cream)
•  May contain gluten depending on tortilla chips brand
•  Contains legumes (beans)