Easy Beef Nachos Recipe Gets Makeover for Best Bell Pepper Nachos
Love nachos but hate the guilt that can come after eating them? That’s why Holly decided to make Macho Nachos, which are bell pepper nachos located in her men’s health cookbook, Guys Guide to Eating Well. So what is a Bell Pepper Nacho you ask? They are nachos where instead of using chips you use squares of bell peppers. That’s right! This is one of those bell pepper recipes that adds a nutritious twist to a classic! Actually, healthy beef recipes can also be the perfect Christmas party food that all of your family and friends will love. So what are you waiting for?! Get your ingredients together and make Holly’s easy beef nachos. You won’t regret it.
Healthy Beef Recipes Like Macho Nachos Simple To Make
Holly’s healthy beef nachos make snacking so easy. All you have to do is throw all of the ingredients into a skillet and then place the mixture on top of the cut out squares of bell peppers. If you want to add some extra flavor you can garnish the bell pepper nachos with avocado, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream. You can even make one of Holly’s fun and healthy guacamole or salsa recipes and use that as a garnish as well! Use red and green bell peppers for the perfect Christmas party food.
Bell Pepper Recipes with Colorful Peppers Perfect Seasonal Appetizers
Christmas is fast approaching and it’s always good to have a bunch of appetizer recipes on hand. Usually dessert recipes are easier to make more festive but these bell pepper recipes can be turned red and green without any food coloring needed. All you have to do is buy red and green bell peppers as the chips and…VOILA! You have the perfect red and green bell pepper nachos for all of your Christmas parties. You can even use Louisiana crawfish to turn them into Crawfish Nachos!
Macho Nachos from Guy’s Guide To Eating Well Cookbook
| Prep Time 15 minutes |
| Cook Time 25-30 minutes |
| Servings 4 (1/2-cup) servings |
- 1/2 pound ground sirloin
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 cup black beans rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 2 assorted colored bell peppers cored and cut into squares (about 12-16 per pepper)
- 1/2 cup shredded reduced fat shredded cheese
Ingredients
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- Preheat oven 375°F. Coat baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In medium nonstick skillet, cook meat until done. Add garlic, cumin, black beans and salsa and cook for a few minutes.
- Arrange pepper squares on baking pan. Fill with filling and sprinkle with cheese evenly over the peppers. Bake 20 minutes or until peppers crisp tender.
Nutritional information per serving: Calories 175, Calories from Fat 32%, Fat 6g, Saturated Fat 3g, Cholesterol 39mg, Sodium 344mg, Carbohydrates 11g, Dietary Fiber 3g, Total Sugars 4g, Protein 19g, Dietary Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 1/2 lean meat
Chicken Bell Pepper Nachos A Hit!
Holly loved this recipe so much that she also created a chicken version. The chicken bell pepper nachos along with the meat nachos that can be found in her men’s health cookbook, Guy’s Guide to Eating Well. Perfect for any tailgate, cookout, or just a snack. This recipe is so versatile and it can honestly be made with any leftover meat you have. After the holidays, use turkey. After a crawfish boil, use the crawfish for crawfish nachos! Any protein works and can be used to make the best healthy appetizer.
Beef Macho Nachos from Arthritis Chapter In Men’s Cookbook
When Holly was writing her easy men’s cookbook, she knew she wanted nachos in the book! Best bar food around. Bell peppers are packed with antioxidants so that’s why this easy beef nacho recipe ended up in the Arthritis & Joint Pain Chapter. Sometimes, it’s easier to eat good-for-you foods in creative ways.
Holly included men’s favorite recipes but made them healthier. This book is a great resource of information as this chapter gives you the foods to fight inflammation. Plus, this cookbook entices men in the kitchen.
Bell Pepper Nachos – Trendy and Terrific Healthy Beef Recipes
Healthy Mexican food can be hard to find, but the cravings are constant. That’s why you will love easy beef nachos. The ground beef is packed with protein to keep you satisfied throughout the day. Always select meat ending in a “loin” or “round for the leanest cut. These bell pepper nachos also create a low carb option for anyone who is on a low carb diet. Did you know that bell peppers are high in vitamin C? Actually, bell pepper are higher in vitamin C than oranges! Can you believe that? Bell pepper nachos make a delicious and nutritious option to the classic nachos! Healthy Loaded Beef Nachos also tops healthy beef recipes.
Make Macho Nachos As Last Minute Recipe
Bell pepper recipes make a quick and easy seasonal recipe perfect for the holiday season and Holly made for WBRZ-TV segment. Tasty, terrific topping on red and green bell peppers make a festive pick-up. Prepare the filling ahead of time and fill the peppers before cooking. This makes a great low carb option while also being a hearty appetizer. You will be surprised how popular these easy meat nachos recipe are. Bet you can’t eat one! For more healthy beef recipes, try Holly’s diabetic-friendly Beef Biscuit Cups.
Perfect Size Mini Spatula For Bell Pepper Nachos
Often Team Holly uses favorite miniature spatula for bar cookie recipes because it is the perfect size. Lately, we pull it out for all kinds of recipes; sweet and savory.
For any appetizer pick up, you’ll find this handy kitchen tool one to grab. One of Holly’s personal favorites and she bought all her kids.
This miniature spatula picks up these beef bell pepper nachos easily!
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