Vegan Sweet Potato Nachos (Printable)

Baked sweet potato rounds with black beans, fresh veggies, and dairy-free cashew queso for a vibrant meal.

# Components:

→ Sweet Potato Base

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Black Beans

07 - 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
09 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - Pinch of salt

→ Cashew Queso

12 - 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 20 minutes then drained
13 - 1/2 cup water
14 - 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
15 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
16 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
17 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
18 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
19 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
20 - 1/4 teaspoon turmeric, optional for color enhancement
21 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Toppings

22 - 1 small avocado, diced
23 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
24 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
25 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
26 - 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced, optional
27 - Lime wedges for serving

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, toss sweet potato rounds with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
02 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp around the edges.
03 - While sweet potatoes bake, combine drained black beans, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, and salt in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
04 - Combine soaked cashews, water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, turmeric if using, and smoked paprika in a high-speed blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. Add more water for thinner consistency if desired.
05 - Arrange baked sweet potato rounds on a platter. Top evenly with warm black beans, drizzle generously with cashew queso, and add avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
06 - Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A nutrient-dense alternative to traditional nachos using fiber-rich sweet potatoes.
  • The cashew queso is incredibly smooth and creamy without any dairy or artificial ingredients.
  • Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a satisfying, gluten-free light meal.
02 -
  • Ensure sweet potato rounds are sliced to an even 1/4-inch thickness for consistent baking and crispness.
  • If nut allergies are a concern, you can substitute the cashews with sunflower seeds for a similar creamy result.
  • Check all labels on canned goods and spices to ensure the dish remains strictly gluten-free and vegan.
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