Carne Asada Sweet Potato Nachos

Do you ever just want NACHOS?!

Duh. Of course you do.

When I’m craving comfort food, sometimes I go for the real deal, and sometimes I want a healthier, lighter option. Using sweet potatoes as the replacement for the tortilla chips adds nutritional value and a healthier source of carbs and fiber to the nachos. I went light on the cheese and upped my protein by using steak instead of beans or chicken.

These nachos are such an awesome lunch, dinner, party snack, late night snack, whatever you need it to be. They are filling, healthy, full of protein, veggies, and fiber.

RECIPE

Carne Asada Nachos (serves 2)

• Preheat oven to 400. Meanwhile, slice 1 sweet potato into 1/8 inch rounds. Put on prepared baking sheet spaced apart and spray oil and salt and pepper on top. Bake for 22-25 min, flipping halfway
• The steak: I used a sirloin filet. Season it with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cumin. Broil for a couple minutes on each side, or until internal temp reaches at least 145.
• When the sweet potatoes are done and browned, place them all touching. Sprinkle on queso fresco and/or shredded Mexican blend cheese, the steak chopped up, and sliced jalepeños if you like spicy like me! Black beans are also really good on this.
• Bake for an additional 5-8 minutes at 400.
• Take out, top with pico de gallo and scallions. Enjoy!

Step by step photos below!

Let me know your favorite nachos toppings! I’m always trying new things. Leave it in the comments or on Instagram @healthfulchel❤

Stay At Home Mom Side Hustle – How I Do It, No Pyramid Scheme Involved

If you’re reading this, you’re probably a mom, looking for a way to make some extra $$$ while you take care of your little human.

So you can do things like this:

Personally, as a military spouse and a mama, it can be challenging to follow your spouse around the world following their dreams/career, and to keep reinventing yourself and your career if you choose.

First, identify your needs and goals. For me, I knew I wanted to leave my job as an early childhood consultant and stay home with Odin. However, I also wanted to contribute financially to the family, but only if I could do it using my talents and passions, and not use a babysitter. Seems impossible right? It’s not. Here’s what I did:

1. Establish community: I made friends, signed up for a kids yoga teacher training, joined a fitness studio, and the YMCA. I made myself known for exactly who I am with no BS, and the magic started to happen.

2. Identify your passions: I realized if I wanted to do something special with my life, I had identify those things I am good at. Teaching is my passion so I started there.

3. GO FOR IT: I made flyers to teach piano, with a very honest approach stating that my son would be present. People were SO supportive of my goal to teach and care for my son. I quickly had many students lined up! I also reached out to the local Yoga studio and started a kids yoga program which I teach, AND I can bring my son with me if I need to. Additionally, I babysit 2 mornings a week at my house for my lovely friends children whom I adore. It is a win win for everyone. I make a little extra cash, they get to work without a toddler in their grill.

I hope this helps you recognize your amazing talents and passions, and know that you have SO much to offer. A stay at home mom side hustle can be done, no pyramid scheme needed!