Foil Packet Vegetarian Nachos

Foil Packet Vegetarian Nachos are especially perfect for camping, backyard grilling, or simply baking in an oven.

These tasty nachos feature crunchy chips topped with a mix of flavorful vegetables and gooey warm cheese.

What are vegetarian nachos?

Vegetarian nachos are nachos that are topped with vegetarian friendly ingredients, such as vegetables and cheese, and then baked in an oven or in foil until that cheese is no longer solid.

I like that this is a perfect make ahead meal idea that you can take with you on a camping or outdoor trip that includes a fire.

Have you tried my Mediterranean Diet Sheet Pan Fajitas

Those delicious sheet pan nachos can be made vegetarian by omitting the chicken strips that go into them. Both this recipe for nachos and that recipe for sheet pan fajitas are easy recipes that are also tasty to eat.

This recipe can be even easier to make when you use foil sheets that are all ready to use (no cutting foil etc). You can find a selection of foil sheets here.

Why we love this easy foil packet recipe.

Using aluminum foil is perfect for assembling the ingredients in.
It is also perfect for cooking the ingredients and can even be used for serving the in (no plates needed!).

Here is what else we like about this recipe.

• This is an easy recipe that kids of most ages can help assemble.
• The ingredients used to make this recipe are basic and convenient ingredients.
• Because there is no meat or poultry, the ingredients are easier to travel with.
• Personalizing this recipe is as easy as adding meat alternatives to sprinkling nacho seasonings on top.
• The foil packet is not just perfect for eating out of, you can also store your leftovers in it too.
• About everyone can agree on nachos.

Ingredients needed to make nachos in a foil packet.

• Tortilla Chips. You can use any tortilla chip or variety of chips of your choice.
• Black Beans. Use cooked (such as canned) beans that have been rinsed and drained.
• Corn. The corn should be cooked (such as frozen or canned), drained, and at room temperature.
• Onion. Your onions should be diced. A red onion was used in my nachos.
• Cheese. A blend of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack were used in my nachos.
• Optional ingredients include: sliced jalapeno peppers, tomatoes, sliced peppers, sliced olives, sour cream, guacamole, and/or salsa.

Tips for making the best foil packet nachos.

Using sturdy and larger chips (such as restaurant style) is essential to making sturdy nachos that will hold up to a campfire. The chips should be large and intact.

More helpful tips for you.

1. Serve these nachos with individual sized guacamole and salsa on the side.
2. These packets can be made over a grill, in an oven, or even in a toaster oven (cooking times can vary).
3. Make this a vegan recipe by using vegan cheese or vegan jerky.
4. Poking a few holes in the top of the packets can help the steam escape. This will prevent the steam from causing a problem when someone goes to open the packets and will help keep the chips dry.
5. Sprinkle broken chip remnants on top of the nachos for an extra crunch
6. Make this into a 'walking' nacho by using individual bags of tortilla chips.
7. Lastly, you can make this into a taco salad by adding some greens on top.

How to make Foil Packet Vegetarian Nachos

Prep Time:15 minutes .
Bake Time: 10 minutes, depending on your fire .
Servings: 6 .

1. Start by laying out the sheets of foil or cut foil squares that will hold the nachos. You can give the foil a quick spray of nonstick.
2. Sprinkle about a half tablespoon of shredded cheese in the center of each of the foil sheets. Then place a handful of the tortilla chips on top of the cheese. The chips should be in mound and about an inch away from the edges of the foil.
3. Top the chips first with the remaining cheese as this will help to keep the chips sturdy when cooking.
4. Over the cheese evenly place your remaining ingredients. If you have the space, you can top these ingredients with a small amount of additional cheese.
5. To close the foil to make the packet, bring up the corners of the foil so that the two corners on the left side of the foil meet and the two corners on the right side meet. Pinch the corners together and then seal the sides of the foil to make the packet.
6. To make this on a grill, first preheat your grill to 350 degrees or a medium heat. Place the foil packets on the grill with the opening on the packets facing up. Grill the packets for 10-12 minutes or until the ingredients are warm and the cheese appears to be melted.
7. To make this on a campfire, use a grill, grate, or cast iron pan rather than placing the packets directly on the fire. Cook the packets for 8-10 minutes or until the ingredients are warm and the cheese appears to be melted.
8. To make this recipe in an oven, simply bake the packets at 350 for 15-18 minutes (depending on your oven, times may vary).
9. Carefully open the packets on a plate or something flat and enjoy.

Expert Tip 👉 If you are not using 'heavy duty foil', it is a good idea to use two sheets of foil or a heavy duty foil to prevent over-cooking the nachos and to keep the foil from breaking open.

How to store leftover nachos.

These nachos are best when served freshly made. If you do have leftovers, because the chips tend to get soggy, it is best to store the ingredients unassembled and assemble them just before making the nachos.

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Print the recipe for Foil Packet Vegetarian Nachos

Foil Packet Vegetarian Nachos, a simple 5 ingredient appetizer or meal recipe made foil wrapped in individual portions.

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