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Avocado Nachos with Cilantro Lime Crema

February 1, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Try changing up your regular nachos by replacing the chips with these air-fried crunchy and creamy avocado slices. Avocados are a nutrient-dense food full of healthy fats, fiber, and a number of other vitamins and minerals.


Avocado Nachos with Cilantro Lime Crema
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  • CourseAppetizers, Main Dish, Snacks, Vegetables, Vegetarian
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Servings
6 1 cup servings
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Servings
6 1 cup servings
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Ingredients
Nachos
  • 1/2 pound of lean ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons of water
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon low sodium taco seasonings
  • 1 cup plain panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 avocados seeded, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
Cilantro Lime Crema
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/4 cup cilantro
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
Servings: 1 cup servings
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Nachos
  1. In a medium skillet brown the ground beef. Cook until it reaches 160°F. Add the water and 1 tablespoon of taco seasonings stir to combine. Take off heat and set aside.
  2. In a shallow plate combine the breadcrumbs and remaining taco seasoning.
  3. Take the avocado slices and roll in the breadcrumbs and place on a plate.
  4. Place avocadoes slices in an air fryer basket and spray tops with nonstick cooking spray. Cook at 375°F for 7 minutes. Note: Refer to the air fryer owner’s manual for specific cooking times. The time and temperature listed above are general guidelines.
  5. Place avocado slices on a serving plate. Top with ground beef, lettuce, tomatoes, and cilantro lime crema
Cilantro Lime Crema
  1. Place all ingredients in the food processor. Blend until combined.
  2. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: air, air fry, air fryer, appetizer, appetizers, avocado, nacho, nachos, snack, vegetable, Vegetarian

Nacho Mac n’ Cheese

August 29, 2019 by Dinner Tonight

This dish is sure to be a hit with the kiddos! Creamy Mac N Cheese combined with the crunchiness of nachos? Sign me up too!


Nacho Mac n' Cheese
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Ingredients
  • 12 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1 pound ground beef lean
  • 2 cups frozen corn kernels
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup 2% milk
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 1/4 cups reduced fat cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 cup tortilla chips crushed
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  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions.
  2. In a large skillet brown the ground beef. Once the beef is browned, add corn, diced tomatoes, milk and flour; bring to a slow boil.
  3. Add in the cooked macaroni and the cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and macaroni is coated.
  4. Remove from heat and top with crushed tortilla chips.
Recipe Notes

Nacho Mac n' Cheese Nutrition Facts Serving size (201g) servings per container 10 Amount per serving Calories 350 % Daily Value Total Fat 8 g 10 % Saturated Fat 3.5 g 18 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 50 mg 17 % Sodium 230 mg 10 % Total Carbohydrate 45 g 16 % Dietary Fiber 3 g 11 % Total Sugars 4 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 25 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 195 mg 15 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 500 mg 10 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, Beef, frozen, kid friendly, nacho, protein

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