Healthy Vegan Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos Recipe
Today we are making a Healthy Vegan Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos Recipe! These nachos are a colorful, nutrient-packed twist on classic nachos! Instead of tortilla chips, crispy roasted sweet potato slices create a sturdy and flavorful base, adding natural sweetness to balance out the savory toppings. Each bite is loaded with a mix of textures—creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, crunchy bell peppers, and zesty lime—making this dish just as satisfying as traditional nachos but with a wholesome, plant-based upgrade.
To add heartiness and protein, these nachos are topped with crumbled vegan burger “beef” and a flavorful homemade bean filling, giving them a rich, satisfying bite. A drizzle of thick vegan yogurt or sour cream adds a creamy contrast, while fresh cilantro and shredded lettuce provide a refreshing crunch. The mix of ingredients makes every bite exciting, with a perfect balance of creaminess, crispness, and bold flavors.
These nachos are also completely customizable! You can swap ingredients based on what you have, add extra spice with jalapeños, or even drizzle on a smoky vegan cheese sauce for more indulgence. Whether you’re serving them as a fun appetizer, a light meal, or a game-day snack, these loaded sweet potato nachos prove that healthy eating can still be bold, delicious, and totally crave-worthy!
Why You’ll Love These Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos
Nachos Without The Chips: Unlike regular nachos that are usually fried in oil, these roasted sweet potato slices hold their texture while adding a naturally sweet, caramelized flavor that pairs perfectly with the savory ingredients, all while giving you tons of nutrients!
Protein-Packed & Completely Satisfying: With hearty vegan “beef” crumbles, a rich bean filling, and creamy avocado, these nachos are not just a snack. They’re a balanced, nourishing meal that keeps you full and energized!
Substitutions
Vegan Patty: If you don’t have a vegan burger patty, you can substitute with cooked brown lentils, crumbled tofu, or store-bought vegan taco crumbles for a similar hearty texture. You’ll need to season the lentils and tofu with desired seasonings before using.
Beans: The homemade bean filling adds protein and creaminess, but if you’re in a hurry, you can use vegan refried beans with a squeeze of lime for a quick alternative.
Sweet Potato: If you don’t have sweet potatoes, use regular white potatoes instead! They will take a few minutes longer to crisp up (around 15-17 minutes), so keep an eye on them as they bake.
Sweet Potato Nachos Recipe Notes
- Since sweet potatoes have a natural sweetness, the toppings should add contrast. The creamy vegan sour cream or yogurt, fresh veggies, and zesty lime juice create the perfect balance of flavors. Swap the veggie toppings in and out as preferred.
- Make these nachos your own by adding jalapeños for spice, a drizzle of vegan queso for extra creaminess, or a sprinkle of toasted pepitas for crunch.
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Healthy Vegan Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos Recipe
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Large Bowl
- Small Bowl
Ingredients
For the Sweet Potato Base
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large sweet potato cut into ¼-inch thick rounds
- ¼ tsp pink salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
For the Beans
- ⅓ cup cooked black beans
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp regular paprika
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp pink salt
For the Other Toppings
- 1 vegan burger patty cooked and crumbled to make "beef" crumbles
- 2 tbsp thick vegan yogurt or vegan sour cream
- 3 tbsp avocado mashed into a paste
- lettuce shredded
- firm tomatoes diced
- cucumber diced
- red and orange bell peppers diced
- cilantro chopped
- 1 lime wedge
Instructions
- Toss together the sweet potato slices, oil and seasonings.
- Evenly place the slices side by side in an air fryer. Bake at 375 degrees F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In the meantime, mix together the bean ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
- Cut up all the vegetables and other ingredients and have them ready. Eyeball a few tablespoons of each of the chopped veggies.
- When the sweet potatoes are ready, turn off the air fryer and place them in a serving dish.
- Layer on the beans, the veggies, avocado paste and yogurt on top. Sprinkle over chopped cilantro, add a lime wedge and serve hot!
Notes
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Storage
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Reheat in the air fryer at 375 degrees F for 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway through.
