Rainbow Veggie Irish Nachos (Print Version)

Golden roasted potato rounds loaded with colorful vegetables, melted cheese, and a tangy yogurt ranch dip.

# Components:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
07 - 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
08 - 1/2 cup diced purple onion
09 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
10 - 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed frozen
11 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
12 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, optional

→ Greek Yogurt Ranch

14 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
15 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
16 - 1 tablespoon milk
17 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
18 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
19 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
20 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
21 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
22 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
23 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Slice potatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast potato rounds for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, milk, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed. Chill until serving.
05 - Once potatoes are roasted, arrange them closely on the baking sheet. Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar. Add red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, purple onion, cherry tomatoes, corn, and black olives.
06 - Return to oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes, until cheese is melted.
07 - Transfer nachos to a serving platter. Top with green onions and fresh cilantro.
08 - Serve immediately with Greek yogurt ranch on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • A colorful, healthier twist on classic nachos that is naturally vegetarian and easily made gluten-free.
  • Loaded with a rainbow of nutrient-dense vegetables like bell peppers, corn, and purple onions.
  • The homemade Greek yogurt ranch provides a creamy, tangy finish with much less fat than traditional sour cream.
02 -
  • Slice the potatoes to a consistent 1/4-inch thickness to ensure they all finish roasting at the same time and achieve maximum crispiness.
  • Make the ranch dressing first and let it chill in the refrigerator while the potatoes bake; this allows the dried herbs to fully hydrate and the flavors to meld.
  • Using parchment paper is essential to prevent the cheesy potatoes from sticking to the tray.
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