Nachos: the indulgent original vs a healthy version
2026-11-05 · 6 min read · Get Lean Today
Nachos are my Friday movie snack. I bake my own tortilla chips and top them with beans, turkey and salsa instead of cheese sauce.
Original · 200 g
750 kcal
Protein 20 · Fat 44 · Carbs 70
Healthy version · you save 390
360 kcal
Protein 28 · Fat 10 · Carbs 40
Approximate macros per serving
Why the original is so heavy
Fried chips, cheese sauce and sour cream.
Gram by gram: usual recipe vs my version
Per serving. This is where the calories actually go.
| Usual | kcal | My version | kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fried tortilla chips, 80 g | 400 | Baked tortillas, 40 g | 130 |
| Cheese sauce, 60 g | 200 | Black beans, 80 g | 90 |
| Beef mince, 50 g | 125 | Turkey mince, 80 g | 110 |
| Sour cream, 25 g | 50 | Salsa and yogurt, 60 g | 30 |
| Total | 775 | you save 415 | 360 |
Reference values, rounded to 5 kcal. Brands differ — check the label.
Ingredients
- Baked tortillas40 g
- Black beans80 g
- Turkey mince80 g
- Salsa and yogurt60 g
How to make it
- Cut tortillas into triangles, bake 8 minutes.
- Cook mince with spices and beans.
- Top chips, sprinkle cheese, bake 3 minutes.
Tip: Beans add fibre and fullness.
Mistakes I made so you don't have to
- Overlapping tortilla pieces stay soft.
Storing
Chips keep 3 days in a jar; store toppings separately.
How to log it
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FAQ
- How many calories are in regular nachos?
- About 750 kcal per 200 g serving.
- Can I eat it while dieting?
- Yes. The healthy version saves about 390 kcal and has more protein, so it fits a deficit easily.
- How do I count my own portion?
- Snap a photo in Get Lean Today and calories and macros are counted for you.