Nachos

Nachos

50 min
6 - 8

Here's how to make nachos with our favorite easy recipe, including how to make it healthy, the best toppings, and what kind of cheese to use on them.

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp. taco seasoning
  • kosher salt
  • 1 (15-oz.) can refried beans
  • 1/4 c. water
  • 1 large bag tortilla chips, divided
  • 2 c. shredded cheddar, divided
  • 2 c. shredded Monterey jack, divided
  • 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained, divided
  • 1/2 c. pickled jalapeños, divided
  • 1 large tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 avocado, finely chopped
  • 1/4 c. fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
  • 1/4 c. thinly sliced scallions
  • Sour cream and hot sauce, for drizzling

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425º. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 7 minutes. Add beef and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, about 6 minutes. Drain fat.

  2. 2

    Top nachos with tomatoes, avocado, cilantro (if using), and scallions.