Vegan Loaded Nachos

Ingredients

Tortilla chips

1 large bag

Black beans

1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed

Corn kernels

1 cup (fresh or canned)

Red bell pepper

1, diced

Green onions

2, sliced

Jalapeno

1, sliced (remove seeds for less heat)

Vegan cheese

2 cups, shredded

Guacamole

1 cup, store-bought or homemade

Salsa

1 cup, store-bought or homemade

Cilantro

1/4 cup, chopped

Lime

1, cut into wedges

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a baking sheet, ensuring they are not overlapping.
3. In a bowl, combine the drained black beans, corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, sliced green onions, and jalapeno. Mix well to combine.
4. Evenly distribute the black bean mixture over the tortilla chips, ensuring each chip gets a generous helping.
5. Sprinkle the shredded vegan cheese over the top of the nachos, covering as much as possible.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the vegan cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and immediately top with dollops of guacamole and salsa.
8. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a bright finish.
9. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the nachos.