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Healthy Vegan Nachos in a Bowl Recipe

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This Healthy Nachos Recipe in a Bowl offers a fresh, nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Packed with wholesome ingredients like whole beans, crisp lettuce, vibrant cabbage, and zesty homemade salsa, this dish delivers all the flavors of traditional nachos without the heaviness. Vegan nacho cheese, creamy guacamole, and sour cream round out the bowl, making it a satisfying and colorful meal that’s quick and easy to assemble—perfect for a healthy snack or light lunch.

Ingredients

Vegetables & Greens

  • 1–2 heads romaine lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup diced red cabbage (or green cabbage)
  • 1 large onion, diced (or 1 recipe pico de gallo)
  • 2 tomatoes, diced (or 1 recipe pico de gallo)
  • Jalapeños, to taste (optional)
  • Green onions, to taste (optional)

Beans & Legumes

  • 2 cans whole beans, drained and rinsed

Sauces & Condiments

  • 8 tablespoons salsa
  • 1 cup vegan nacho cheese sauce
  • 5 tablespoons fresh guacamole (or 1 sliced avocado)
  • 5 tablespoons vegan sour cream

Others

  • Chips, for serving or crushing on top

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base: Start by chopping 1-2 heads of romaine lettuce and dicing 1 cup of red or green cabbage. Place these fresh greens as the base of your bowl to provide a crisp, refreshing foundation.
  2. Add the beans: Drain and rinse the two cans of whole beans to remove excess liquid, then spoon a generous scoop into one corner of the bowl for protein and fiber-packed goodness.
  3. Prepare pico de gallo or diced veggies: Either use a prepared pico de gallo recipe or combine the diced onion and tomatoes, placing this mixture in other corners of the bowl to add freshness and acidity.
  4. Layer the creamy elements: In the center of the bowl, add 5 tablespoons of fresh guacamole or sliced avocado, 5 tablespoons of vegan sour cream, and 8 tablespoons of salsa. These components add creaminess and tang.
  5. Drizzle nacho cheese sauce: Pour 1 cup of vegan nacho cheese sauce over the assembled ingredients to infuse cheesy flavor and richness.
  6. Add optional toppings: If desired, sprinkle sliced jalapeños and chopped green onions to introduce heat and a bit of texture contrast.
  7. Serve with chips: Include chips on the side or crush some on top of the bowl to maintain the nacho crunchiness.
  8. Enjoy: Mix as you like or eat as layered, savoring each bite of this healthy and colorful nacho bowl.

Notes

  • For a homemade pico de gallo, combine diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and jalapeños.
  • Use vegan nacho cheese sauce for a dairy-free option; alternatively, regular cheese can be used if preferred.
  • Adjust jalapeños and salsa quantities to control heat level.
  • To boost protein, add cooked quinoa or grilled tofu separately.
  • Chips can be gluten-free if needed, check labels accordingly.
  • To make it more filling, add cooked corn or bell peppers as additional layers.

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