A quick, crunchy tortilla chip dish topped with spiced beans, melted cheddar, and mixed frozen vegetables.
# Components:
→ Base
01 - 7 oz tortilla chips
→ Beans
02 - 1 can (14 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
03 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
06 - Salt, to taste
07 - Black pepper, to taste
→ Frozen Vegetables
08 - 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables (corn, bell peppers, carrots, peas)
→ Cheese
09 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
→ Toppings
10 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
11 - 1 medium tomato, diced
12 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
13 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Sour cream, to serve
15 - Salsa, to serve
16 - Lime wedges
# Method:
01 - Set oven temperature to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine rinsed black beans with ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Toss to coat evenly.
03 - Spread tortilla chips evenly across the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Scatter the seasoned black beans evenly over the tortilla chips.
05 - Distribute the mixed frozen vegetables evenly over the beans and chips.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the entire mixture.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles and vegetables are thoroughly heated.
08 - Remove from oven and garnish with spring onions, diced tomato, jalapeño slices, and chopped cilantro.
09 - Serve immediately with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges on the side.
