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# Sweet Potato Nachos
This Nachos Recipe is a Healthier Option Featuring Avocado

By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-06-26 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-potato-nachos
References: [thejungalow](http://www.thejungalow.com/2015/06/danaes-sweet-potato-nachos.html)

This quick and easy sweet potato nachos recipe is a delicious alternative to the typical calorie-heavy variety. Using a bevy of fresh ingredients and a batch of [frozen sweet potato waffle cut fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripple-fries), the enticing dish is a dish that is actually quite easy to inject with a bit of healthy indulgence.

In order to make a batch of sweet potato nachos, you will need to acquire 2 cans of whole black beans, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, [two full avocados](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-health-veggie-snacks), Cottija cheese and cilantro leaves for garnish. By replacing layers of cheese with only a sprinkling on top, plenty of unnecessary calories are quickly cut out.

This easy to make healthy take on nachos is a great summer appetizer or snack in between meals.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.6/10
- Popularity: 6% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Healthy Nachos:** Health-conscious consumers are seeking out healthier versions of traditional comfort foods.
- **Alternative Ingredients:** Using non-traditional ingredients in classic recipes can create unique, healthier options.
- **Snack Substitutes:** Consumers are looking for new, healthier options to replace their typical snacking choices.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore and promote alternative, healthier options for popular comfort foods like nachos.
- **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can create and market products that cater to health-conscious consumers looking for healthier snack options.
- **Frozen Foods:** The frozen foods industry can develop and distribute healthier frozen alternatives to traditional comfort foods like sweet potato fries and nachos.

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