Bell Pepper Nachos
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Makes:
8
Servings
Total Cost:
$$$$
Cook Time:
15 minutes
Preparation Time:
5 minutes
Try this deliciously different way to use bell peppers. Use any color of peppers and any type of beans.
Ingredients
- 4 bell peppers, any color
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 teaspoons seasoning (try a mixture-chili powder, garlic powder, ground cumin, pepper)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (or tofu -- or try a combination)
- 1 cup canned or cooked beans, drained (any type)
- 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat oven to 350 °F.
- Wash bell peppers, remove seeds and cut into bite-sized pieces. Arrange pieces close together in a single layer on a large foil-lined baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, combine salsa, seasonings and meat, beans or tofu. Spoon the mixture evenly over pepper pieces. Top with cheese.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until peppers are heated through and cheese is melted. Serve warm.
Notes
Chili powder used for cost and nutritional analysis.
- Try topping with chopped green onions or black olives.
- Try adding cilantro on top for more flavor.
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