Recipe Microwave Nachos

shredded cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor while being lower in fat.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides similar creaminess with fewer calories.

guacamole

🥗Healthier: mashed avocado

💰Cheaper: avocado dip

Mashed avocado is fresher and often less expensive.

salsa

🥗Healthier: fresh pico de gallo

💰Cheaper: canned salsa

Fresh pico de gallo is vibrant and often cheaper than jarred brands.

Spread tortilla chips evenly on a microwave-safe plate.

Sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese blend generously over the chips.

Add refrigerated taco sauce with seasoned ground beef on top of the cheese.

Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted.

Remove from microwave carefully; the plate may be hot.

Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced avocado, sour cream, and salsa as desired.

Garnish with sliced ripe olives if using.

Serve immediately while warm.

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens