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Sweet Potato Nachos

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Option 1 – Homemade Air Fryer Chips
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes thinly sliced (⅛-inch thick)
  • 2 tsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • Option 2 – Store-Bought Shortcut
  • 5 –6 oz Terra® Sweet Potato Chips or another store-bought brand with no added sugars
  • Terra® chips are made only with sweet potatoes oil, and salt — no added sugars, starch, or dextrose — making them an excellent diabetic-friendly choice.
  • For the Taco Beef
  • 1 lb lean ground beef 90% lean or higher
  • 1 packet taco seasoning preferably sugar-free
  • If you don’t have a packet use this quick homemade blend:
  • 1½ tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp onion powder
  • ⅛ tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
  • ⅛ tsp dried oregano
  • For the Toppings
  • 2 –3 tbsp queso store-bought or homemade, warmed
  • ¼ cup reduced-fat shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend
  • ¼ cup diced tomatoes or sugar-free salsa
  • 2 tbsp pickled jalapeños sliced
  • 2 tbsp chopped red onion
  • ¼ small avocado diced
  • 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or unsweetened vegan yogurt
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • Optional: lime wedges or sugar-free hot sauce

Method
 

  1. Slice both sweet potatoes thinly (about ⅛ inch thick).
  2. Soak slices in cold water for 10 minutes to remove starch.
  3. Drain and pat completely dry before seasoning.
  4. Toss slices with oil, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
  6. Air fry in 2 batches, 7–8 minutes each, shaking halfway through.
  7. Remove and let cool — they’ll crisp up more as they rest.
  8. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  9. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  10. Drain excess fat if needed.
  11. Stir in taco seasoning and 1–2 tbsp water; simmer 2–3 minutes.
  12. 4.On a large microwave-safe plate, layer your sweet potato chips (homemade or store-bought).
  13. Spoon taco beef evenly on top.
  14. Sprinkle shredded cheese and drizzle warm queso.
  15. Microwave for 45–60 seconds, or until the cheese and queso are melted and bubbly.
  16. Top with tomatoes or salsa, onions, pickled jalapeños, avocado, Greek yogurt, and cilantro.
  17. Finish with a squeeze of lime or a drizzle of sugar-free hot sauce.