Nachos (1 piece)

Reduce the chip portion: serve a small bowl rather than eating from the bag, and add extra toppings so chips are not the main component.

Build the nachos around black beans, grilled chicken, cheese, avocado, salsa, and non-starchy vegetables such as peppers, tomatoes, lettuce, or jalapeños.

Replace some or all chips with crunchy bell-pepper strips, celery, cucumber rounds, or baked zucchini slices for scooping.

Eat protein- and fiber-rich toppings first—such as beans, chicken, cheese, and avocado—before having the chips.

Avoid sugary add-ons such as sweet sauces, sweetened drinks, and desserts with the meal; choose water, sparkling water, or unsweetened tea.

Take a 10–20 minute easy walk after eating, if safe for you, to help blunt the rise.