Serves: 6
February is the month to raise awareness about heart disease and how to prevent it. It’s all about managing cardiovascular health by keeping an eye on blood pressure, choosing healthy options, and being active. Celebrate Heart Health Month with these delicious Sweet Potato Nachos! Packed with fiber, these nachos are a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite, offering a tasty way to support your cardiovascular health.
Substituting sweet potatoes for tortilla chips is an excellent way to boost fiber intake to feel fuller longer. Americans tend to only get about half the amount of fiber they need, in fact, only 5% of Americans get the recommended amount of fiber in a day.
Eating enough fiber is associated with lower blood pressure. Instead of salt, spices are used for flavor, making it a heart-healthy choice. Salt can be the culprit for increased blood pressure.
Did You Know?
Just one sweet potato gives you 102% of the vitamin A you need each day. This helps keep your eyes healthy as well as your immune system, your body's defense against germs. It's also good for your reproductive system and organs like your heart and kidneys. Natural compounds called carotenoids give sweet potatoes their rich color. Carotenoids are also antioxidants, which means they have the power to protect your cells from day-to-day damage.
Ingredients
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3 medium sweet potatoes |
⅓ cup canned black beans |
Method of Preparation
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2. Slice sweet potato into ¼ inch discs.
3. In a large bowl, toss together the sweet potatoes, oil, paprika, chili powder, and garlic powder.
4. Line a baking pan with aluminum foil.
5. Spread the sweet potato mixture in a single layer in the baking pan.
6. Bake for 10 minutes. Using a spatula, turn over the sweet potatoes. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until tender and slightly browned.
7. Remove the pan from the oven.
8. Sprinkle the black beans, diced tomatoes and cheddar cheese over the sweet potatoes.
9. Bake for 2 minutes, or until the cheddar cheese melts.
10. Serve with sliced avocado
Adapted from: https://recipes.heart.org/en/recipes/sweet-potato-nachos
