WW Beef Nachos Supreme is a delicious rendition that can fulfill your appetite without going beyond the daily weight loss allowance. Nachos, which you love, are usually doused in heavy cheese, sour cream & fried chips. This much lighter recipe retains the crunch and flavor, but cuts down on the fat. It is a recipe you can eat during game night, a family get-together, or even a hurried meal. To make this WW Beef Nachos Supreme, lean ground beef, baked tortilla chips, reduced-fat cheese, and toppings like tomatoes and lettuce are used. You are still receiving the levels of flavors: beef, melted cheese, creamy toppings & crunchy chips, though following your Weight Watchers program. It is easy and quick to prepare, about 30 minutes.
STATS
- Diet: Weight Watchers friendly
- Course: Main dish or snack
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
- Serving size: 1 portion
- Yield: 6 servings
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total time: 30 minutes
- Cooking method: Baking & stovetop
EQUIPMENT
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
INGREDIENTS
- One pound of extra-lean ground beef (96% lean)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- Two minced garlic cloves
- One package of low-sodium taco seasoning
- Half a cup of water Cooked tortilla chips, six cups
- One cup of shredded cheddar cheese with reduced fat
- Half a cup of shredded mozzarella with reduced fat
- One medium tomato, chopped
- One cup of lettuce shreds
- Half a cup of fat-free
- Greek yogurt/sour cream
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1 thinly sliced jalapeño
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges to serve
INGREDIENT NOTES
Ground beef:
- Use extra-lean beef for fewer points. It still has a nice flavor when properly seasoned. Cooking it with onion and garlic builds depth.
Taco seasoning:
- Low-sodium seasoning keeps the flavor intense while reducing salt. Oregano, paprika, cumin, and chili powder can also be used to produce your own.
Baked tortilla chips:
- Baked tortilla chips are lighter than fried chips, yet still crunchy. They hold up well when topped.
Cheddar and mozzarella:
- Reduced-fat cheeses melt smoothly and give that gooey nacho pull. Mixing two kinds adds depth.
Lettuce:
- Tender and refreshing. Adds flavor and size to the nachos.
Greek Yogurt or sour cream:
- Greek Yogurt has a creamy texture and is rich in protein, or you can also use fat-free sour cream.
Jalapeño:
- Provides spiciness and flavour intensity. Very thinly sliced to provide a little bite.
Cilantro:
- A fresh culinary experience that harmonizes tastes. Add on top of the mix before serving.
Lime wedges:
- A lime wedge tames the richness and freshens the meal.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 375° Fahrenheit (190° Celsius).
- Line a baking pan with foil. Cook in a skillet over medium heat.
- Combine ground meat, onion, and garlic.
- Cook for 6-7 minutes, till the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
- Drain any extra fat as needed. Stir in the taco seasoning and water.
- Cook for three minutes, till the mixture thickens.
- Spread the tortilla chips equally across the baking sheet.
- Spoon the beef mixture over the chips.
- Sprinkle with cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- The cheese should melt after 8 to 10 minutes of baking.
- Remove from the oven.
- Garnish with diced tomato, lettuce, sour cream or yogurt, olives, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Serve hot and with slices of lime on the side.
TIPS
- Place chips in one layer so that the chips receive the topping.
- To make ahead, keep toppings separate and add immediately before serving.
- To save more points, use ground turkey instead of beef.
- Include other vegetables such as bell pepper or corn to provide further color and nutrition.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Fridge:
- While leftovers can be stored in the fridge for at least to one day, fresh food is best.To keep the chips crispy, reheat in the oven.
Freezer:
- Not advised. Chips will become soggy after thawing.
FAQS
May I replace beef with ground turkey?
- Yes. It cuts points even more and still tastes great.
How can I make it spicier?
- Add more cayenne pepper to the beef or put more jalapeños on top.
How do you reheat nachos?
- Put in at 350°F in the oven and let cook approximately 8 minutes. It is advisable to avoid microwaving, or chips will become soggy.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Calories: 290
Protein: 23 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 5 g
Fat: 10 gr.
Vitamin C: 20 percent DV
Calcium 15% DV
Iron: 15 % DV
The WW Beef Nachos Supreme Recipe contains 6 points for a single serving.