Description
These Roasted Pumpkin Nachos are a cozy and comforting appetizer featuring tender roasted pumpkin cubes, seasoned ground beef, and melty shredded cheese, garnished with fresh lettuce and tomatoes. Perfect for game night or any special gathering, this flavorful dish combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with savory toppings for a unique twist on traditional nachos.
Ingredients
Scale
Pumpkin Base
- 1 pie pumpkin
- Olive oil, for tossing
- Sea salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Beef Topping
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- Sea salt, to taste
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Additional Toppings
- Shredded cheese, amount as desired
- Lettuce, for garnishing
- Tomatoes, for garnishing
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin: Peel, seed, and dice the pie pumpkin into 1-inch squares to create the base for the nachos.
- Season and Roast Pumpkin: Toss the diced pumpkin with olive oil, sea salt, and ground black pepper to evenly coat. Spread the pieces on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender but still holds its shape.
- Cook the Beef Mixture: While the pumpkin roasts, brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced bell pepper and onion, seasoning with sea salt and black pepper. Cook until the beef is fully browned and the vegetables are softened.
- Assemble the Nachos: Remove the roasted pumpkin from the oven and arrange on a serving plate. Top the pumpkin cubes with the cooked ground beef mixture and sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
- Garnish and Serve: Add fresh lettuce and chopped tomatoes on top or on the side as garnish. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your roasted pumpkin nachos.
Notes
- These pumpkin nachos are perfect as a warm and hearty appetizer for cozy gatherings or game nights.
- You can customize the toppings by adding jalapeños, sour cream, or avocado for additional flavor and texture.
- Use a firm pie pumpkin variety that holds shape well when roasted.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with seasoned black beans or a plant-based meat alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 53 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.4 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 54 mg
