Just because I like to eat healthy foods doesn't mean that I do not crave comfort food and what better comfort food is there than nachos! Yes, I am talking about those heavenly little bites of gooey cheese, beans, and salsa loaded on tortilla chips topped with guacamole and sour cream. Not the delicate gourmet versions of individual chips with the proper amount of condiments but the loaded ones that require your fingers in order to get all of their deliciousness into your mouth.

Nachos however, are not the healthiest treat out there but for the last few days I have been craving them so I decided to spin a little bit of a healthier version that still packs all the flavor that you desire.

I have also been wanting to try out these amazing Chickpea Tortilla Chip recipe that I saw on this awesome blog, My New Roots. I am absolutely in love with this blog and Sarah's recipes so check it out if you are looking for some additional inspiration for eating better.

Along with those scrumptious chips the other element to this tasty snack is the watermelon salsa. This salsa shares a lot of properties of a salsa fresca, it is light, bright and fresh with a touch of heat that counteracts nicely with the sweetness of the melon. It is a simple recipe that can be tossed together in a few minutes and is great on its own or as a topping for seared tofu, grilled fish or even a veggie burger.

Watermelon Salsa

1 small Onion, chopped

1 clove Garlic, chopped

1/4 -1/2 Jalapeno, minced

2 Plum Tomatoes, chopped

1 cup Watermelon, cubed

1/2 Lime, juiced

1 handful of fresh Mint

1 handful of fresh Cilantro

Pink Himalayan Sea Salt to Taste

Combine all of the Ingredients in a small bowl and but aside. This can be made ahead but is best eaten fresh.

So, back to the nachos! Some of those delicious Chickpea Chips topped with grilled zucchini and sweet potatoes, sprouted lentils, fresh watermelon salsa, lettuce, a little cheese and sliced avocado makes these to die for!

There are quite a few steps for the nachos but the result is delicious and definitely worthy of having some friends over to share.

Enjoy and Healthy Eating!

Grilled Zucchini & Sweet Potato Nachos with Watermelon Salsa and Chickpea Chips

1 batch of Chickpea Tortilla Chips from My New Roots (I halved the recipe, good thing too because I ate them all!)

1 Zucchini, sliced

1 Sweet Potato, sliced

1 tbs Olive Oil

1 tsp Cumin

1 tsp Chili Powder

1/2 tsp Garlic Powder

1 cup Sprouted Lentils (sprouting instructions here)

1/2 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded (optional)

Top with Lettuce, Avocado, Watermelon Salsa, cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice

Preheat your grill. In a bowl, combine the zucchini and sweet potato slices with the olive oil, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, and some a pinch of sea salt. Toss to coat. Place the slices over medium heat on the grill, cooking into browned on all sides.

Turn your broiler on high. On a backing sheet lined with parchment paper, place your tortilla chips in a circle, top with the grilled zucchini and sweet potatoes, sprouted lentils and cheese. Place under the broiler for 2 minutes or so until the cheese has melted.

Top with lettuce, watermelon salsa, avocado, cilantro, and squirt of lime juice and dig in! Enjoy!