Why You’ll Love This Recipe
If you’ve been craving nachos but want to keep your blood sugar steady, these Sweet Potato Nachos are your answer. Sweet potatoes add a natural touch of sweetness and fiber while staying perfectly crisp — especially when air-fried.
Each bite brings together melty queso, spiced ground beef, and zesty pickled jalapeños, giving you that satisfying mix of creamy, crunchy, and spicy. Whether you’re serving it as a game-day snack, a low-carb dinner, or a high-protein comfort meal, this dish checks all the boxes.
Ingredients
Method
- Slice both sweet potatoes thinly (about ⅛ inch thick).
- Soak slices in cold water for 10 minutes to remove starch.
- Drain and pat completely dry before seasoning.
- Toss slices with oil, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- Air fry in 2 batches, 7–8 minutes each, shaking halfway through.
- Remove and let cool — they’ll crisp up more as they rest.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and 1–2 tbsp water; simmer 2–3 minutes.
- 4.On a large microwave-safe plate, layer your sweet potato chips (homemade or store-bought).
- Spoon taco beef evenly on top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese and drizzle warm queso.
- Microwave for 45–60 seconds, or until the cheese and queso are melted and bubbly.
- Top with tomatoes or salsa, onions, pickled jalapeños, avocado, Greek yogurt, and cilantro.
- Finish with a squeeze of lime or a drizzle of sugar-free hot sauce.
Diabetic-Friendly Notes
- Sweet potatoes have a lower glycemic load than white potatoes or corn chips.
- Protein + healthy fats (from beef, avocado, and Greek yogurt) help slow glucose absorption.
- Pickled jalapeños add tang and heat without extra carbs or sugar.
Yes! Sweet potatoes have more fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants than regular potatoes or corn chips. They have a lower glycemic load, which means they raise blood sugar more slowly. When paired with protein and healthy fats (like in this recipe), they’re an excellent choice for people managing diabetes.
Absolutely. Swap the ground beef for black beans, lentils, or crumbled tofu seasoned with taco spices. You’ll still get plenty of protein and fiber.
Yes! If you don’t have an air fryer, bake the thinly sliced sweet potatoes at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through. They should be golden and crisp on the edges.
Soak the slices in cold water for 10 minutes before cooking, then pat them completely dry. This removes starch and helps them crisp evenly. If using store-bought chips like Terra®, add toppings right before serving to keep them from softening.
Yes — and it’s actually one of the best shortcuts! Terra® Sweet Potato Chips contain only sweet potatoes, oil, and salt — no added sugars or starches — making them perfect for diabetic-friendly recipes.
