I bet you thought nachos were off the table for your low carb, keto lifestyle. Well think again. I'm putting low carb nachos back on your Taco Tuesday Menu.
Jon and I are both big fans of nachos. In fact, they are pretty much our favorite appetizer of all time. I've never met a nacho that I didn't like. I bet you thought nacho recipes were off the table for your low carb, keto lifestyle. Well think again. I'm putting low carb nachos back on your Taco Tuesday Menu. These low carb tortilla chips are made entirely of cheeses and seasonings. No high-carb, gluten filled chips here. Only deliciously crunchy low carb cheese chips. Follow the recipe below or top the chips with any of your favorite low carb nacho toppings. Even better, make a double batch of the cheese chip recipe, spread the chips across a sheet pan and make a giant tray of sheet pan nachos for your next get together.
In addition to these low carb nachos, check out some of my other favorite low carb mexican food recipes:
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Keto Low Carb Nachos
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
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Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup cooked taco seasoned ground beef
- ¼ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped onions
- ¼ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup jalapenos
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- 2 tablespoons guacamole
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on the parchment paper in a thin layer, in the shape of a rectangle.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese evenly over top of the cheddar cheese.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder. Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over the top of the cheeses.
- Bake on the middle rack for 8 to 10 minutes, checking every minute to ensure that it does not burn.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cheese cool for 10 minutes.
- Peel the cooked cheese away from the parchment paper and cut lengthwise into strips. To make this easier, I recommend using a pizza cutter or kitchen shears. After cutting the cheese into strips, then cut each strip into triangles.
- Transfer the individual chips back to the parchment paper and broil on high for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Let the chips cool and crisp up - about 30 minutes.
- Pile the chips on a plate and cover with all of your favorite nacho toppings.
- Cuisine: keto, nut free, gluten free
Nutrition
- Calories: 324kcal
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
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Suzie says
Oh my...oh my. Gosh, that looks good. Guess what I am making for dinner tonight? lol
Holley says
You will have to let me know how it turns out!
Tani Ireland says
I have been looking for something like this for a long time! I am so excited to try them!
onthehighseas says
the nacho's look really tastey but chips made completely of cheddar and parmesan cheese? that's so far from healthy, who cares if they're low in carbohydrates?
Jennifer Swedlund says
I recommend reading Why We Get Fat by Gary Taubes. Eating fat doesn't make us fat; eating carbs does!
Roze says
You shouldn't be on this website then.
Janet says
So right, Roze!
Evan says
Key word is "keto" it's a high fat low carb diet and cheese is the main component of the diet.
Krysta says
Some might call it... the “CHEESE-o” diet! 😂 I know, I’m hilarious.
On another topic,Can’t wait to try this out!
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Franca says
Ever heard of the keto diet??? This recipe is exactly what is approved for th3 keto Diet! FYI....fat IS healthy for you! Fat burns fat but if you eat carbs with your fat then your body will go straight to the carbs FIRST to burn for fuel, leaving the fat in your body’s. I lost 12 pounds in 3 weeks and 2 inches off my waist so far on keto, love this recipe!,!
Elayne Creighton says
If your not doing low carb or keto, stay off this kind of sight
Holley says
onthehighseas - I am always looking to create favorite comfort foods into a low carb version. While I recognize that if you ate the whole plate of cheese chips it may not be what most people deem "healthy" BUT.. it is low carb and people living a low carb lifestyle are primarily concerned with the carb count as well as eating foods that will help them stay on plan and not feel deprived. Also, it is 4 servings and I'm sure that even though the chips are made of cheese, the dish probably still has a lot less cheese that a plate of nachos at a bar. Thanks for stopping by! Cheers!
Jaime Anastasiow says
Holley is right and we generally watch carbs AND calories so our diets are more healthy, not less. When I do my low carb pizza (which is a crust made with eggs and cheese and then topped with cheese and meat) I am usually under 1000 calories for the day because it's so filling I can barely bring myself to eat anything else.
Deb says
Well said! When you do low carb properly, it doesnt matter how many fat calories you consume. Your body burns the fat for energy so it is not detrimental to your health. Your body does not store the fat at all. I hate when people pass judgement on what they dont understand. 🙁
Stephanie Dontremember says
Sorry if this posts twice, the internets seem to hate me today. *grinz* I am diabetic, so anything high carb isn't good. These are perfection for me! Facebooked it to my sis as well, going to try this! Thank you so so much!
HOLLY says
AMEN TO THAT
Liam says
This is a great low carb version of nachos, and to anyone who says its unhealthy, any thing is unhealthy if you eat enough of it. count those calories and watch your serving sizes
Jennifer Swedlund says
People don't get fat because they eat too many calories; they eat too many calories because they need to feed their fat! Low carb diets are a great way to help your body release it's fat stores!
allison says
The wait time for the chips crisping up is killing me!!! I just started a low carb diet about three weeks ago and nachos are my favorite thing. I can't wait to try them
dinnis says
made it- loved it!!!! thank you!
HOLLY says
I am actually making them right now so i will post how mine turn out
Holley says
Thanks Dinnis, glad you liked it!!
Nica269 says
I'm attempting these tonight...can't wait to try it!
annie says
that is so cool. i'll have to try that. i LOVE nachos....this way i can have them and still be good on my diet too. I tried the chicken nuggets and they were soooo good. even my husband ate them.
Holley says
Awesome! Glad you liked the nuggets. They were a hit at my house too.
Natalie says
Looks great! I have been frying grated cheese for a while now which gets them nice and crispy and I sprinkle them on my salads instead of croutons! YUM! Can't wait to try them as nachos!
Lil'Suburban Homestead says
Looks great thanks for sharing!
Kelly says
I have made these twice so far and I add variety with flavored shredded cheeses and the spices!! So good even my friends 2 young daughters love them!!!
Jynni says
Just tried these - Love them! Thanks!! I am wondering about making taco shell size rounds, then baking them the second time folded over something into a taco shell shape... 🙂 Has anyone tried?
Inez says
I saw a pic of someone molding them over the handle of their oven ( after cleaning of course!)-so creative!
MARemen says
Although I am pretty sure they get eaten right away, has anyone tried making them in bulk and storing them? Do they hold up ok?
Glenn says
I would be curious about longevity as well. These would be something I would be interested in taking to work for lunch!!
Anonymous says
Hi! I just wanted to thank you so much for posting these recipes! I recently started low carb (which I've done umpteen times before) and stumbled across this blog thanks to Pinterest. I made these nachos and they are the BOMB! I've also made the chicken wings, the greek pizza, and tonight I made the turkey taco soup. I have 5 children ages 2-18 and they ALL LOVED IT! I feel like a cloud has lifted! Everyone has LOVED everything I've made and I feel like I may actually be able to lose weight! I have a long way to go but I've lost 10 pounds in a week eating nachos and pizza! Oh also those little chocolate pudding bites! SO GOOD! THANK YOU SO MUCH!
ParkersMommy says
Thank you for another great low carb option! My family has made the low carb lifestyle change. I did ,however leave the "chips" in the broiler a little too long. But for the first time, and after scraping a little of the burn off it was a big hit. I have lost 11lbs since starting this journey, with great recipes like this we have options and there's no turning back. Thank you again!
Beth says
Great, just made them, and they are awesome, I'm thinking this would be a great crust for pizza and perhaps using oregano and Italian seasonings....thank you!
Maggie says
Any reason why I couldn't use slices of cheddar cheese as the base? I think the texture of the shredded parmesan on the top would be great, would make it more "chip" like, but I happen to have cheddar slices and no shredded...
Jaime says
I'm only making these because I have four perfect avocados that need to realize their destiny as guacamole, but right now I'm almost as excited for the chips as I am for the dip. Hope it still works using shredded parmesan instead of grated.
THOMAS CIAMPI says
Four servings???? you think i'm not gonna eat the whole thing???
Maria says
OMG! I've been craving THIS! Teenie question: 5 net carbs per serving, is that for the cheese only? I hope not ::sigh:: Thank you for this recipe. Will be making them post haste..
Danny says
If I'm not mistaken, most of the 5g of carbs would come from the topping. Hard cheeses have VERY little carb content.
Tmh says
I just finished making this...the biggest "challenge" was finding parchment paper. no big deal. Tastes great! Great low carb alternative for my absolute fave snack..thanks a TON for this recipe 🙂
The Mrs. says
I made this for movie night with ground turkey. It was a hit! Sooooo good!!! I am new to this low-carb life but I am loving it. There are just so many options! Thank you!
Erica says
How s it paleo and its full of dairy? Sounds great but dairy isnt my friend?
Peace Love and Low Carb says
This is not a paleo dish.
LeeLee says
OMG!!! I am so excited to try these nachos. I recently started on keto and wanted a sense of normalcy, yet wanted to stay within the guidlines. Thank you so much for sharing this, I can't wait to try it... All smiles, thanks!!
Jovina Coughlin says
Thank you for posting this recipe. So creative. I am looking forward to making this.
Peace Love and Low Carb says
Awesome! I hope you enjoy it.
Rhonda says
I bet these are great. I love the cheese taco shell, so I'm definitely trying the chips!
Kim says
These "chips" are the bomb! I can't believe how long ago this was posted and I just now found it. I've been missing out. Love all of your recipes, Kyndra! And I have most of your books too. Cheers to you!
Trudi Perkins says
This was such a great idea and absolutely delicious!! I will be making this again and sharing it with friends. Thank you!
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Gabrielle Westby says
Cheese stuck to paper. ????
Peace Love and Low Carb says
Did you use wax paper? Wax paper and parchment paper are not the same thing. and the cheese will definitely stick to wax paper.
Rhesa Sheffield says
If I wanted to substitute plain avocado slices instead of guacamole and sour cream, what would be an appropriate amount to eat without changing the carb intake for this meal? I also would take out the olives and probably add some mexican crumbly cheese and sauté the onions and jalapenos in butter.
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Tanya says
I was just wondering if the nutrition information is per serving? As I see it this recipe makes 6 servings. Or is the nutrition information based on the whole recipe?
jackie says
I just found this recipe. I have a question - I am single, do the chips last for a few days so I can use them through out the week? My favorite snack is quac and chips! This sounds marvelous...
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Linda says
Made these tonight and I was like wow..these are so good..thank you sharing this recipe ..I did have trouble getting them cut in to triangles thought..but heck who cares right it the taste for me..
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Pam says
Can these be made a day ahead or do they go soft and mushy if not eaten right away???
Lisa says
I have the same questions as a few of you has had ... Can these be made beforehand? Will they be good for the next few days?
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Kyndra Holley says
These are best when made fresh. They are not crunchy as leftovers
Gerald says
Loved the taste. Cumin is one of my favourite spices so this recipe made my taste buds do the dance of joy.
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SEaton says
I’ve been struggling with making cheese “chips” and “whisps” for a while. Do you prefer a silicone mat or parchment paper? I’m determined to do this right! I so miss chips and crackers!