What's better than a plate of nachos loaded with all of your favorite toppings???

How about some sweet potato fries loaded with your nacho favorites?!?!!!!

I've never considered nachos to be healthy. Loaded with sour cream, avocado, and sometimes swimming in that creamy jalapeno cheese... So yummy as a kid, but the older I get, the less that orange goo even sounds appetizing... Luckily, we can easily use some smart ingredients to bump up the nutrition, without sacrificing flavor. These could happily sit on my plate any day of the week!

First, I recommend looking for sweet potato fries with minimal ingredients, especially the crazy ones you can't pronounce. You could also make your own from fresh sweet potatoes. Next, I layered some lean protein- ground turkey, seasoned with taco seasoning. Ground chicken or grass-fed beef are also great options. I prefer to add sautéed onions and peppers in with the meat, but you could layer veggies on top. Seriously- really pile those veggies on there! There are so many great flavors- they will beautifully blend in! Finally, add some shredded cheese, and a few of your favorite extras- salsa, avocado, beans, cilantro, scallions, and/or a dollop of sour cream.

Fun nacho fries, without the guilt?!? Yes, please.

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Ingredients for Sweet Potato Nacho Fries

• Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
• Ground Meat- turkey, chicken, beef
• Onion
• Bell Peppers
• Taco Seasoning
• Toppings- salsa, diced tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, beans, corn, cheese, scallions, cilantro, etc.

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Are sweet potato fries healthier than potato fries???

The short answer is yes. Sweet potatoes are higher in calories and carbs; however, they are also more nutrient dense. The biggies are more fiber and Vitamin A. In general, deep frying is not the healthiest cooking method, as it uses a lot of oil. For a better choice, look for a high-quality frozen variety or bake your own.

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Why are my sweet potato fries not crispy?

In in air fryer, make sure your temperature is set hot enough and DO NOT overcrowd the basket. The same is true for baking in the oven- do not crowd the baking sheet. This can lead to food essentially steaming. Give the fries some space!

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