These loaded vegetarian air fryer nachos make the perfect sharing appetiser. Serve them with your favourite toppings for the ultimate snack.
These loaded vegetarian air fryer nachos make the perfect sharing appetiser. Serve them with your favourite toppings for the ultimate snack.
This is a quick and easy recipe that the whole family will love. Instead of ground beef, those nachos are loaded with a mixture of black beans and corn cooked in a flavoursome tomato sauce.
The lovely people at Instant Brand have sent me their Vortex VersaZone Air Fryer and this is the first recipe I have made with it.
How to make these air fryer nachosIngredients needed (and suggestions):For the black bean & tomato sauce:
- black beans (or red kidney beans)
- corn
- passata (or marinara sauce)
- onion
- vegetable oil
- ground cumin
- paprika
- dried oregano
- garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- hot chilli powder
- salt
To layer the nachos:
- tortilla chips (I like plain)
- cheddar cheese (or non-dairy) – freshly grated is best
Suggested toppings:
- Guacamole (or smashed or sliced avocado)
- Lime
- Red chillis
- Sour cream (or non-dairy)
- Red onion (raw or pickled)
- Pickled jalapeños
- Salsa
Step 1: Make the black bean & tomato sauce
These air fryer nachos are loaded with a tasty black bean and tomato sauce. This is very quick and easy to make.
I fry an onion in oil and then add a mixture of herbs and spices. I use cumin, paprika, oregano, garlic, smoked paprika, hot chilli powder, and salt. This gives the nachos a gentle spicy kick, suitable for the whole family. Feel free to add more chilli powder if you prefer more heat.
Then I add passata, black beans, and corn and leave everything to simmer while I prepare the air fryer.
Step 2: Prepare the air fryer
I use a double sheet of parchment paper to line the bottom and lower sides of the air fryer. This saves on washing up later!
Step 3: Layer the nachos
To layer the nachos, simply spread about half of the tortilla chips on top of the parchment paper. Scatter half of the grated cheese on top, followed by the other half of the tortilla chips.
Top everything with the black bean and tomato sauce mixture. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Step 4: Bake the air fryer nachos
Bake in the air fryer at 160°C / 320°F until the cheese is golden and melted, about 8 to 10 minutes.
Step 5: Add the toppings and serve
When done, lift the parchment paper to a serving board or plate. Top the nachos with your favourite toppings and eat straight away.