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Zucchini Nachos

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Zucchini Nachos

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Time

0 min

Serving

6 persons

Calories

311

Rating

4.00★ (10)

Cuisine

Author: Victoria Buriak
These low-carb nachos use zucchini slices in place of tortilla chips and ground chicken instead of beef as a healthier alternative to traditional nachos. Ground turkey also works well. You'll never miss the chips! Feel free to use your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

  • medium zucchini: 2 piece
  • salt: 0.5 tsp
  • olive oil: 1 Tbsp
  • medium onion: 0.5 piece (chopped)
  • lean ground chicken: 1 pound
  • chili powder: 1 tsp
  • paprika: 0.5 tsp
  • cumin: 0.5 tsp
  • garlic powder: 0.5 tsp
  • salt: 0.5 tsp
  • oregano: 0.25 tsp
  • ground black pepper: 0.25 tsp
  • cheddar cheese: 2 cups (shredded)
  • low-fat sour cream: 0.5 cup
  • Pico de Gallo: 0.5 cup
  • jalapeño pepper: 1 piece (sliced, optional)
  • green onions, green parts: 3 piece (chopped)

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  1. Cut zucchini into 1/4-inch slices using a mandoline slicer. Place slices in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and toss to coat. Let drain for 30 minutes. Place slices on a clean kitchen towel and pat dry.
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  2. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 12x18-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
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  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and saute until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned, breaking meat up into small crumbles, 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and discard any accumulated liquid.
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  4. Return skillet to low heat and stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Keep warm.
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  5. Place zucchini slices on the prepared baking pan in a single layer.
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  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
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  7. Remove zucchini from oven and top with chicken mixture and shredded Cheddar cheese. Return to the hot oven and bake until cheese is melted, 2 to 3 minutes more.
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  8. Top nachos with dollops of sour cream, pico de gallo, jalapeno, and green onions. Serve immediately.
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