Vegan Sheet Pan Nachos

These Vegan Sheet Pan Nachos are the ultimate party food, and completely whole-food, plant-based. Perfect for game day, get-togethers, or anytime you're craving loaded nachos that are actually good for you. Made with our Walnut Taco Meat, Vegan Cheese Sauce, and Cashew Cream.

Check out our other Gameday Vegan Recipes.

Why You’ll Love These Vegan Sheet Pan Nachos

• Crowd-pleasing favorite: A big sheet pan of nachos makes everyone happy.
• Healthy twist on classic comfort food: No greasy cheese or heavy sour cream here. It's just whole food plant-based goodness.
• Customizable: Pile on your favorite toppings and make it as spicy or mild as you like.
• Easy meal prep: Use your batch of Vegan Cheese Sauce, Walnut Taco Meat, and Cashew Cream for other recipes throughout the week.
• Daniel Fast compliant!

Health Benefits

• Black beans are a rich source of protein and fiber, helping to keep you full.
• Walnuts add omega-3s for brain health.
• Avocado offers heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
• Fresh cilantro, pico de gallo, and jalapeño bring antioxidants and vitamin C.
• Unlike traditional nachos, this recipe skips the oil-heavy cheese and sour cream, replacing them with creamy plant-based sauces that nourish instead of weighing you down.

Ingredient Highlights

1. Corn Tortillas: Baked into crispy, oil-free chips that hold all your toppings. The cooking method is the same as our Oven-Baked Tortilla Chips recipe.
2. Vegan Walnut Taco Meat: A savory, nutty, sweet crumble that mimics ground beef, but better!
3. Vegan Cheese Sauce: Rich, creamy, and cheesy without dairy. Use any extra sauce in our Cheesy Tofu Scramble.
4. Cashew Cream: A luscious dairy-free sauce that adds richness.

A full list of ingredients with exact amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

Substitutions and Variations

• Beans: Pinto beans or our Oil-Free Refried Beans can be used as a substitute for black beans.
• Taco Meat: You could also use our alternative mushroom walnut cauliflower meat.
• Toppings: Feel free to use pickled jalapenos like we do in our traditional Vegan Nachos. Also, try adding shredded kale, lettuce, or purple or green cabbage for a nutritional boost.
• Spice Level: Omit the jalapeno if you prefer a milder sheet pan nachos experience.
• Tortillas: If you're not concerned about keeping it oil-free, store-bought tortilla chips can be used as a substitute. Just warm them in the oven for a few minutes before assembly.
• Pico de Gallo: I used a store-bought, but you can also make your own with diced tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
• Avocado: Feel free to use our Homemade Guacamole if you prefer instead of diced avocado.

How to Make These Vegan Sheet Pan Nachos

If possible, I recommend making the Vegan Cheese Sauce, Vegan Walnut Taco Meat, and Cashew Cream sauce the day before you plan to serve this to save you time. It makes pulling these together so much easier and faster!

Step 1: Make the Vegan Cheese Sauce according to recipe instructions. You'll need about half of the recipe's yield.

Step 2: Prepare the Vegan Walnut Taco Meat. You'll want all of this! Set aside.

Step 3: Make the Cashew Cream according to recipe instructions. Set aside.

Step 4: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice corn tortillas into triangles.

Step 5: Arrange corn tortillas onto a full-size sheet pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, or until crispy.

Step 6: While the corn tortillas are baking, dice the avocado.

Step 7: Warm the Vegan Cheese Sauce over medium-low heat, stirring often.

Step 8: Remove the baked corn tortillas from the oven and prepare to assemble.

Step 9: Top the oven-baked corn tortillas with Vegan Walnut Taco Meat, black beans, corn, and pico de gallo.

Step 10: Drizzle generously with heated Vegan Cheese Sauce.

Step 11: Add the diced avocado.

Step 12: Finish these loaded nachos by topping with fresh-sliced jalapenos, cilantro, and a generous drizzle of Cashew Cream Sauce. Enjoy immediately!

Expert Tips for the Best Loaded Nachos

1. Don’t overbake the tortillas: They crisp quickly, so keep an eye on them to avoid burning.
2. Layer thoughtfully: Start with heavier toppings (like walnut taco meat and beans) and finish with lighter ones (like cilantro and avocado).
3. Plan ahead: If you're planning for game day or a get-together, make the Vegan Cheese Sauce, Walnut Taco Meat, and Cashew Cream Sauce the day before. That way, you can start with step 4, making it a lot easier and faster to pull these plant-based nachos together.
4. Serve right away: Vegan nachos are best enjoyed fresh before the chips soften.

What to Pair With These Vegan Nachos

• These nachos pair well with one of our refreshing and healthy mocktails, like our Spicy Margarita Mocktail, Frozen Margarita Mocktail, or Watermelon Mocktail.
• Pair with our Black Bean Tortilla Soup.
• If you're serving up a party spread, be sure to check out our Vegan Jalapeno Poppers. Our Edamame Guacamole would also be a nice complement.
• Enjoy these nachos with a side salad, like our Green Goddess Salad or Kale and Avocado Salad.

Recipe FAQs

These plant-based sheet pan nachos prove comfort food can be vegan and still hit the spot. With crispy chips, creamy sauces, hearty walnut taco meat, and fresh toppings, they deliver all the nacho satisfaction. It's just lighter, healthier, and dairy-free. Perfect for any night you want indulgence without the guilt.

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