Rainbow Veggie Irish Nachos (Printable Version)

Crispy potato rounds layered with colorful vegetables, cheddar cheese, and a tangy yogurt ranch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 medium russet potatoes, scrubbed
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

05 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
07 - 1/2 cup diced yellow bell pepper
08 - 1/2 cup diced purple onion
09 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
10 - 1/2 cup corn kernels, fresh or thawed frozen
11 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
12 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, optional

→ Greek Yogurt Ranch

14 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
15 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
16 - 1 tablespoon milk, or more for desired consistency
17 - 1 teaspoon dried dill
18 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
19 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
20 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
21 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
22 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
23 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Slice potatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
04 - In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, milk, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust consistency with additional milk if needed. Chill until serving.
05 - Arrange roasted potato rounds closely on the baking sheet. Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar. Distribute red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, purple onion, cherry tomatoes, corn, and black olives over cheese.
06 - Return to oven and bake for 5 to 7 minutes, until cheese is melted.
07 - Transfer nachos to a serving platter. Top with green onions and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with Greek yogurt ranch on the side.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They look like pure celebration on a plate, but they're actually good for you, which is the best kind of food hack.
  • Everything happens in about an hour, and most of that is just the oven doing the work while you chat or prep the toppings.
  • You can customize the vegetables based on what's in your fridge, so it feels different every time you make it.
02 -
  • If your potato rounds are too thick, they'll stay soft inside no matter how long you roast them—thickness is everything for that crispy-tender contrast.
  • Don't let the cheese melt too long or it'll start to brown and taste burnt; that 5 to 7 minute window is real, and it goes fast.
  • Make the ranch ahead of time and chill it—it tastes better cold and thicker when it's had time to sit, so your prep is actually easier.
03 -
  • Don't overlap your potato rounds when roasting—they need space to crisp up, so use two baking sheets if you're doubling the recipe.
  • If your cheddar isn't melting evenly, tear it into smaller pieces or shred it finer so it distributes better and melts faster.
  • Make the ranch the night before if you can—it thickens slightly and the flavors deepen, making it taste even better.
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