Crunchy chips layered with seasoned beans, mixed veggies, and melted cheddar for an effortless Tex-Mex snack or meal.
# What you'll need:
→ Base
01 - 7 ounces tortilla chips
→ Beans
02 - 1 can (14 ounces) 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 and black pepper to taste
→ Frozen Vegetables
07 - 2 cups mixed frozen vegetables (corn, bell peppers, carrots, peas)
→ Cheese
08 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
→ Toppings
09 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
10 - 1 medium tomato, diced
11 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
12 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
13 - Sour cream, to serve
14 - Salsa, to serve
15 - Lime wedges
# How to make it:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, combine the rinsed black beans with ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
03 - Arrange the tortilla chips evenly over the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Scatter the seasoned beans evenly over the tortilla chips.
05 - Distribute the mixed frozen vegetables evenly on top of the beans and chips.
06 - Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the entire sheet.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the vegetables are heated through.
08 - Remove from oven and top with spring onions, diced tomato, jalapeño slices, and chopped cilantro.
09 - Serve immediately with sour cream, salsa, and lime wedges on the side.
