Best 4 Pinto Bean Nachos Recipes

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Have you ever craved for a quick and easy meal that is packed with flavor and satisfaction? Look no further than pinto bean nachos! This delicious Tex-Mex dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied. With its combination of crispy tortilla chips, creamy beans, tangy toppings, and melted cheese, pinto bean nachos offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Whether you're hosting a party, having a movie night, or simply looking for a tasty meal, pinto bean nachos are the perfect choice.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PINTO BEAN NACHOS



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This is a simple vegetarian recipe from Cooking Light. I am including directions for making your own tortilla chips but you could certainly use store-bought. I love the homemade tortilla chips, though! You can make or use more tortilla chips if you would like more than 8 tortilla chips per serving - there is plently of bean mixture if you want to do that. These nachos are different because you aren't melting the cheese over the chips. This recipe utilizes crumbled queso fresco instead. I really love the flavor of the beans with the cumin, chili powder and garlic. You may substitute black beans for the pinto beans, if you prefer. Enjoy!

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 corn tortillas, quartered (6 inch)
cooking spray
kosher salt, to taste
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
1 cup crumbled queso fresco
1 cup salsa
1 cup avocado, peeled and diced
6 tablespoons cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Tortilla Chips:.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Arrange the tortilla wedges in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
  • Lightly coat the wedges with cooking spray.
  • Bake for 5-8 minutes (depending on your oven), or until crisp.
  • Repeat the procedure with the remaining tortilla wedges.
  • Nachos:.
  • Heat oil in a medium saucepan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add cumin, chili powder and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  • Add undrained pinto beans and bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Partially mash the bean mixture with a potato masher until slightly thick.
  • Place 8 tortilla chips on each of 6 plates. Spoon about 1/2 cup bean mixture evenly over tortilla chips on each plate. Top each serving with about 2 1/2 tablespoons queso fresco, 2 1/2 tablespoons salsa and 2 1/2 tablespoons avocado. Sprinkle each serving with 1 tablespoon cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.1, Fat 8.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 292.9, Carbohydrate 64, Fiber 18.3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 16.8

EASY NACHOS WITH REFRIED BEANS



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This is a quick recipe for nachos with refried beans to serve at get-togethers or on a Sunday watching football. Everyone I have served these to love them.

Provided by Beverly

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese     Nachos Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (10 ounce) bag scoop-shaped tortilla chips
8 ounces Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, thinly sliced
1 (4 ounce) can sliced jalapeno peppers

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine refried beans, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin in a bowl; mix well.
  • Pour tortilla chips onto a baking sheet in one layer. Spoon bean mixture over tortilla chips. Top with Colby-Monterey Jack cheese and jalapenos.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 341.4 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 768.3 mg, Sugar 1 g

CHEESY BLACK BEAN NACHOS



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We're trying to go meatless once a week, and this dish helps make those meals fun, quick and super delicious. It's a great way to use up beans and canned tomatoes from your pantry. -Cynthia Nelson, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, well drained
3 to 4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and sliced
4 cups multigrain tortilla chips
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings: Sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro and additional jalapeno slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Mix beans, tomatoes and jalapenos. Arrange chips in an even layer in a 15x10x1-in. pan. Top with bean mixture and cheese., Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 10-12 minutes. Serve immediately with toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 672mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

HEARTY BEAN NACHOS WITH SPICY SALSA



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According to Dr. Adalberto Peña de los Santos, the director of the International Nacho Festival, in Piedras Negras, Mexico, there are three timeless nacho essentials: crispy corn tortilla chips, mounds of melted cheese and at least one chile. If you want to go big, here are some unofficial guidelines: Nacho toppings should be good enough to stand on their own, the nachos should be saucy (maybe even messy) and they should be so delicious together that you can't have just one bite. In this recipe, nachos take a vegetarian turn, with buttery pinto beans, tender carrots or sweet potatoes (or both), and a tomato-and-tomatillo salsa. Melty cheese, Mexican crema and chopped onion and cilantro take it over the top.

Provided by Pati Jinich

Categories     burritos and nachos, crackers and chips, finger foods, appetizer, main course

Time 1h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 pounds ripe Roma tomatoes (about 5 or 6)
1/2 pound tomatillos (about 3 or 4), husked and rinsed
1 to 2 jalapeños, destemmed
1 to 2 chiles de árbol, destemmed
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro, leaves and upper stems, plus 1 cup reserved for garnish
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher or sea salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cups (1/2-inch) diced peeled carrot or sweet potato (or a combination)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup finely chopped white onion, plus 1/2 cup reserved for garnish
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 1/2 cups cooked, drained pinto beans (from about 3/4 cup dried beans or a 15-ounce can)
1 to 1 1/2 pounds store-bought or Homemade Tortilla Chips (see recipe)
1 pound shredded cheese (any combination of Oaxaca, Monterey Jack and Cheddar)
1 cup Mexican crema

Steps:

  • Prepare the salsa: Place the tomatoes, tomatillos, jalapeños, chiles de árbol and garlic in a medium saucepan. Cover with at least 6 cups water and bring to a simmer over medium-high. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until the tomatoes and tomatillos are cooked through and mushy, the jalapeños have softened and the chiles de árbol have plumped up, about 10 minutes.
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked vegetables to a blender, setting aside the cooking liquid. Add the cilantro, cumin and 3/4 teaspoon salt to the blender; purée until smooth.
  • Prepare the vegetables: Bring the reserved vegetable cooking liquid back to a simmer over medium-high heat and season generously with salt. Once it comes to a boil, add the carrots or sweet potatoes, or both, and cook until tender, 7 to 8 minutes. Pour the cooked vegetables into a colander, discarding liquid, and set aside.
  • Wipe the saucepan dry, then add 1 tablespoon oil and heat over medium. Once the oil is hot, pour in the salsa, partly cover it with the lid, and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened and the color has deepened, 8 to 10 minutes. Set salsa aside.
  • Prepare the beans: In a large skillet, heat 3 tablespoons oil over medium. Once hot, add the onion and celery, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes, until completely softened. Raise the heat to high, add the cooked carrots and/or sweet potatoes, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring a couple times, until beginning to brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the pinto beans and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed, another 3 to 4 minutes. Season to taste with salt, then remove from the heat.
  • Assemble the nachos: Set a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 400 degrees. Place all the tortilla chips in a half sheet pan or large baking sheet. Cover the chips with the bean mixture, ladle the salsa all over the top and cover with shredded cheese. Bake until cheese has completely melted, about 10 minutes.
  • Spoon the crema over the top and garnish with reserved cilantro and chopped white onion. Serve hot!

Tips:

  • Opt for fresh ingredients: Fresher ingredients generally yield better flavor and texture in your nachos.
  • Choose the right beans: Pinto beans are a classic nacho topping, but you can also use black beans, refried beans, or even a combination of different beans.
  • Don't overcook the beans: Overcooked beans will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The more toppings, the better! Some popular options include cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and jalapeños.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese: Cheese is one of the most important ingredients in nachos, so don't be shy about using plenty of it.
  • Bake the nachos until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will help to create a cohesive and delicious nacho dish.
  • Serve immediately: Nachos are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, so serve them immediately after baking.

Conclusion:

Pinto bean nachos are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a nacho dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and satisfying meal, give pinto bean nachos a try.

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