Why You’ll Love These 10 Veg Nachos
✔ Packed with Vegetables – With zucchini, carrots, capsicum, spinach, corn, tomatoes, black beans, and more, every bite is bursting with fresh, wholesome ingredients.
✔ Cheesy & Crunchy – The combo of crispy corn chips, melty mozzarella, and vibrant salsa creates that perfect nacho experience. 🧀
✔ Hearty & Satisfying – Thanks to the fibre-rich black beans and all those veggies, this dish will keep you feeling full and happy.
✔ Customisable – Make it spicy, add guacamole, swap out ingredients—this recipe is super flexible!
✔ Quick & Easy – From prep to plate in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
The Secret to the Best Vegetable Nachos
Making the best vegetable nachos is all about getting the layers right. Here’s what makes this recipe stand out:
1. Perfectly Cooked Veggies 🍆🥕
Caramelising the onion, capsicum, and corn before adding the rest of the veg brings out deep, rich flavours. Don’t rush this step! Let those veggies get golden and slightly charred for the best taste.
2. Homemade Taco Seasoning 🌶️
While you can use a store-bought taco seasoning, I highly recommend making your own with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. It gives the dish a bold, slightly smoky flavour that takes it to the next level.
3. Layering for Maximum Crisp & Flavour 🏗️
Arranging the corn chips around the edges and piling the veggie mix in the centre keeps the chips crispy on the outside while letting the cheese melt beautifully into the veg. This technique prevents soggy nachos!
4. Fresh & Zesty Salsa 🥑
A vibrant salsa of avocado, cucumber, tomato, coriander, and lime juice adds freshness that balances the richness of the cheese. Don’t skip this! It’s the perfect finishing touch.
How to Serve Your Vegetable Nacho
These vegetable nachos are fantastic on their own, but if you want to take things up a notch, try these serving ideas:
🌟 With a Side of Guacamole – Because more avo is always a good idea! 🥑
🌟 Drizzle with Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt – Adds creaminess and a little tang.
🌟 Top with Fresh Jalapeños – For those who love a spicy kick. 🌶️
🌟 Pair with a Chilled Drink – A classic margarita, an icy cold beer, or a fresh lime soda complements the flavours beautifully. 🍹
How to Elevate Your Vegetarian Nachos Recipe
For an even better vegetarian nachos recipe, there are several upgrades you can make.
Using a blend of cheeses instead of just mozzarella enhances the flavour. Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or crumbled feta add a depth of taste and texture.
For even crunchier nachos, try a double-layer method. Layer half the chips, cheese, and veggies first, then repeat. This ensures that every bite has the perfect combination of crispy chips, gooey cheese, and flavourful toppings.
Roasting your vegetables instead of pan-frying them can add a smoky, caramelised depth of flavour. Toss the zucchini, capsicum, and corn in olive oil and seasoning, then roast them in the oven before adding them to your nachos.
Adding extra toppings such as pickled onions, shredded lettuce, or a drizzle of chipotle mayo can enhance both the flavour and texture.
If you want a healthier option, try making a nacho bowl. Instead of serving the veggie mix over corn chips, use brown rice or quinoa as a base for a protein-packed twist.
Storage & Make Ahead Tips
If you have leftovers (which is rare because they’re THAT good!), here’s how to store them:
🔹 Veggie Mixture – Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan before assembling new nachos.
🔹 Salsa – Best eaten fresh but can be stored for 1 day in the fridge. Add a little extra lime juice to keep it from browning.
🔹 Assembled Nachos – Unfortunately, nachos don’t store well once they’re put together. If you think you’ll have leftovers, keep the components separate.
💡 Make-Ahead Tip: You can prepare the veggie mixture in advance and just assemble and bake when you’re ready to eat!
Other Vegetable Recipes to Try
If you love these vegetable nachos, here are some other delicious veggie-packed recipes to add to your list:
Try These Vegetable Nachos & Share Your Creation!
I’d love to see your take on these vegetable nachos! If you make them, snap a pic and tag me on Instagram @steph_cooks_stuff. Can’t wait to see your loaded nacho creations!
Now go grab your ingredients and let’s make nacho night legendary!
Vegetable Nachos
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
🌟 Nacho night, but make it better! ALDI’s fresh fruit and veg is 97% Australian grown, super fresh, and packed with flavour – perfect for these loaded 10-VEG nachos. They’re veggie-packed, cheesy, and ridiculously good. Here’s how to make them:
Ingredients
- 2 grated zucchini
- 2 grated carrots
- 1 diced onion
- 3 corn cobs, kernels removed
- 1 diced capsicum
- 3 diced tomatoes
- 300g spinach leaves
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 packet taco seasoning or:
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 cups grated mozzarella
- 1 packet corn chips
FOR THE SALSA:
- 1 diced avocado
- 2 diced cucumbers
- 1 diced tomato
- 3 diced green onions
- 1 bunch coriander leaves
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a hot pan with some oil, cook onion, capsicum, and corn until slightly caramelised.
- Add taco seasoning or spices and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add tomatoes, carrots, zucchini, and black beans. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has evaporated.
- Stir in spinach and cook until wilted. Season with salt and pepper.
- Arrange corn chips around the edge of a baking dish. Load the veg mix into the middle, smother with mozzarella, and pop in the oven or under the grill until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
FOR THE SALSA:
- Combine avocado, cucumber, tomato, green onions, coriander, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Pile the salsa on top of your nachos and, if you like, add a dollop of sour cream. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Just swap out the mozzarella for vegan cheese or use a drizzle of cashew queso for that creamy, cheesy texture.
If you’re not a fan of black beans, try kidney beans, chickpeas, or even lentils. They’ll still add that satisfying, hearty texture.
For ultra-crispy nachos, preheat your baking dish before assembling. Also, avoid layering the chips directly under the veggie mixture—keep them around the edges instead!