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Loaded Nacho Party Bowl Recipe Easy Homemade Black Bean Corn Mix

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A colorful, hearty loaded nacho party bowl featuring a smoky, spicy black bean and corn mix piled high over crispy tortilla chips, perfect for parties or cozy snacks.

Ingredients

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  • Tortilla chips (sturdy, thick-cut, blue corn chips optional)
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup (150 g) sweet corn (fresh or frozen, thawed)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced finely
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 to 1 ½ cups (100–150 g) shredded cheddar or melting cheese
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (dairy-free alternative optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Avocado or guacamole slices

Instructions

  1. Prep your veggies: dice the red bell pepper finely, chop green onions, mince garlic and jalapeño (if using). Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add garlic and jalapeño, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add diced red bell pepper and 1 cup corn. Cook for about 4 minutes until pepper softens and corn starts to color.
  4. Add black beans, smoked paprika, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Stir gently and cook for about 10 minutes, adding more olive oil or a tablespoon of water if dry.
  5. Remove from heat. Stir in chopped green onions and lime juice.
  6. Spread a layer of tortilla chips on a serving platter or bowl. Spoon the black bean and corn mix evenly over the chips.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Place under a broiler or in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
  8. Top with sour cream or Greek yogurt, fresh cilantro, and avocado or guacamole. Serve immediately.

Notes

To keep chips from getting soggy, serve the black bean and corn mix warm on the side or assemble just before serving. Watch cheese closely under the broiler to avoid burning. Zest lime before juicing for extra freshness. Vegan and gluten-free adaptations are easy with ingredient swaps.

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