$A vibrant, crowd-pleasing array of crispy mini tortilla chips, all smothered in a flavorful sunset-colored clementine salsa, specks of green cilantro, melty cheese, and topped with a dollop of creamy, cool sour cream. A dusting of chili powder adds a pop of color.$

Tex-Mex Clementine Nacho Bites

Name: Tex-Mex Clementine Nacho Bites
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: clementines, 3 segmented and chopped; mini tortilla chips, 1 cup; Monterey Jack cheese, 1/2 cup shredded; red onion, 1/4 cup finely chopped; jalapeno, 1 seeds removed and finely chopped; fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup finely chopped; Fresh lime, 1/2 juiced; chili powder, for garnish; sour cream, for garnish; salt, to taste

Category Snack

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 5 minutes

Style Fusion

Technique Broiling

Diet Friendly Vegetarian

Daily Recipe: January 03, 2024

You're in for a treat today! We're marrying the tangy sweetness of fresh Clementines with the fiery zest of Tex-Mex cuisine. Our star ingredient, Clementines, are at their peak in the winter months, while our variation of Tex-Mex staples bring a satisfying warmth to this exciting snack.

Ingredients (for 2)

Clementines - 3 - segmented and chopped
Mini tortilla chips - 1 cup
Monterey jack cheese - 1/2 cup - shredded
Red onion - 1/4 cup - finely chopped
Jalapeno - 1 - seeds removed and finely chopped
Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup - finely chopped
Fresh lime - 1/2 - juiced
Chili powder - - for garnish
Sour cream - - for garnish
Salt - - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🌡️🍽️

Preheat your broiler and get your baking sheet ready for action.
Step 2 - 🍪🧀🍽️

Place your mini tortilla chips on the baking sheet, then generously top each chip with some Monterey Jack cheese.
Step 3 - 🔥🧀✨

Broil until the cheese has nicely melted and the chips are golden. Keep a close eye to avoid burning; this should take about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4 - 🍊🌶️🔪

While your chips are under the broiler, it's time to make the salsa. Combine chopped Clementines, red onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice. Add salt to your liking.
Step 5 - 🧀🍊🥄

Once your nachos are out of the broiler, top each cheesey bite with your fresh, homemade Clementine salsa.
Step 6 - 🥛🌶️🍴

Finish off each nacho bite with a small dollop of sour cream and a light dusting of chili powder. It's all about those finishing touches!
Step 7 - 🔥🍽️🎉

Serve immediately while still hot for the best nacho experience!

Additional

This recipe, while delectable as is, could also be elevated with the addition of cooked shredded chicken or black beans. Kids will love helping to assemble the nacho bites, and for those sensitive to spice, simply omit the jalapeno. Enjoy this refreshing take on a beloved snack!