Veggie Packed Nachos

You have to make these veggie-packed nachos!They are such a favourite of ours and such a delicious way to get in veggies, some beans, and of course my favourite cashew cheese which I make every single week.The whole family will adore these (even the kiddies) and it’s such a fun recipe to throw together after a long day.Here’s the recipe.

Veggie Packed Nacho

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp of olive oil
• ½ brown onion
• 1 zucchini, finely grated
• 1 x tin of baked beans
• 1 x tin of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tin of tomatoes
• 1 tsp of paprika
• Salt and pepper
• Bag of corn chips
• A handful of vegan cheese

Cashew Cheese

• 1 cup of raw cashews
• 1/3 cup of water
• Juice ½ a lemon
• Pinch of salt

Toppings

• Lettuce
• Guacamole
• Tomato
• Coriander

Prep: Soak cashews in water for 3 hours then drain and rinse. Blend with the rest of the ingredients and then place to one side.

Method:

1. In a large pot add the olive oil and onion and cook for 2 minutes on low. Add in the grated zucchini, baked beans, black beans, tin of tomatoes, and paprika. Cook on medium to low heat with the lid on for 10 minutes.
2. While the beans cook turn the oven onto grill 300 and plate up your corn chips. Top with the cooked bean mixture and a sprinkle of cheese then place in a hot oven for 30-60 seconds or until crispy on top.
3. Top with guacamole, tomato, lettuce, and cashew cheese.

Thank you so much IE Produce for sponsoring today’s recipe. You can get all the goodies you need to make these delicious nachos from their Takapuna store.