Black Bean Tostadas with Cabbage Slaw

Crispy corn tostada shells topped with seasoned black beans, a creamy avocado smash, and a bright, tangy cabbage slaw for a flavorful and satisfying vegetarian meal.
- Prep: 15 min
- Cook: 10 min
- Total: 25 min
- Servings: 6
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: $1.76/serving
Dietary
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-Free
- Dairy-Free
- Nut-Free
- Soy-Free
- Pescatarian
- Low-Sugar
- High-Fiber
Tags
- quick
- budget-friendly
- savory
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion (medium, diced)
- 2 clove garlic (minced)
- 2 can black beans (15 ounce, rinsed and drained)
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 6 corn tostada shells
- 2 avocados (medium)
- 2 tablespoon lime juice
- 3 cup green cabbage (shredded)
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- For the black beans: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, 1/2 cup vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (if using), and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has slightly reduced. Mash about half of the beans lightly with a fork or potato masher for a creamier texture. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
- For the avocado smash: In a small bowl, mash 2 medium avocados with 1 tablespoon lime juice and a pinch of kosher salt.
- For the slaw: In another small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, and 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar. Toss with 3 cups shredded green cabbage.
- To assemble, spread the warm black beans evenly over 6 corn tostada shells. Top each with a dollop of avocado smash and a generous spoonful of cabbage slaw. Serve immediately.
Notes
Add your favorite salsa or hot sauce if you prefer extra spice. The slaw can be made a few hours ahead of time.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 14.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44.5 g
- Fat: 24 g
- Fiber: 12 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg