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Loaded Nacho Party Bowl with Harissa Chickpeas

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A flavorful and easy-to-make snack featuring smoky harissa roasted chickpeas, melty cheese, and fresh toppings on sturdy tortilla chips. Perfect for parties, game days, or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons harissa paste (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 6 cups tortilla chips
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes or pico de gallo
  • 1 avocado, diced or sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
  • ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Fresh lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas well, then pat them dry with a clean towel.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, harissa paste, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until chickpeas are evenly coated.
  4. Spread chickpeas on the baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  5. While chickpeas roast, dice red onion, tomatoes, and avocado. Slice jalapeño if using. Rinse and pat dry cilantro leaves.
  6. On an oven-safe platter or large baking dish, spread tortilla chips evenly. Sprinkle black beans on top, then cover with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Remove chickpeas from oven and scatter them over the cheese-covered chips.
  8. Return the nacho platter to the oven for 5-7 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
  9. Remove from oven and add diced tomatoes, red onion, avocado, cilantro, and jalapeño slices on top.
  10. Finish with dollops of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
  11. Serve immediately to enjoy crispy chips, melty cheese, and fresh toppings.

Notes

Pat chickpeas dry thoroughly for crispiness. Watch chickpeas closely to avoid burning. Use sturdy tortilla chips to hold toppings well. Add fresh toppings last to maintain texture and flavor. Serve toppings on the side to keep chips crispy longer. Vegan and gluten-free substitutions are possible.

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Keywords: nachos, harissa chickpeas, party snack, easy recipe, roasted chickpeas, spicy snack, vegetarian, crowd-pleaser

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