Crispy Black Bean Tostadas

Name: Crispy Black Bean Tostadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 16 corn tortillas; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 yellow onion (medium, finely diced); 4 clove garlic (minced); 3 can black beans (15 ounce, rinsed and drained); 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded); 4 cup romaine lettuce (shredded); 4 Roma tomatoes (diced); 2 avocados (sliced); 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup salsa

Crunchy corn tostada shells piled high with savory mashed black beans, melted Monterey Jack cheese, fresh shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and creamy avocado, served with a dollop of sour cream and salsa.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Mexican
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $1.98/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian
Egg-Free
Nut-Free
High-Fiber
High-Protein
Pescatarian

Ingredients

16 corn tortillas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion (medium, finely diced)
4 clove garlic (minced)
3 can black beans (15 ounce, rinsed and drained)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
2 cup Monterey Jack cheese (shredded)
4 cup romaine lettuce (shredded)
4 Roma tomatoes (diced)
2 avocados (sliced)
1 cup sour cream
1 cup salsa

Instructions

If using corn tortillas instead of pre-made tostada shells: lightly brush each tortilla with olive oil and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden and crispy, or fry them briefly until crispy. Set aside.
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add yellow onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
Add minced garlic and black beans to the skillet. Cook for 2 minutes. Stir in ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the beans slightly, leaving some whole for texture.
To assemble: Spread a layer of mashed black beans onto each tostada shell. Sprinkle generously with shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Place briefly under a broiler or in a microwave to melt the cheese, if desired.
Top with shredded romaine lettuce, diced Roma tomatoes, and sliced avocados. Serve immediately with sour cream and salsa on the side, if desired.

Notes

Prepare all toppings ahead of time and keep them separate until ready to assemble to prevent sogginess. The mashed black beans can also be made ahead and gently reheated.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 546
Protein: 23.8 g
Carbohydrates: 72.9 g
Fat: 17.5 g
Fiber: 13.9 g
Sodium: 1079 mg
Saturated Fat: 6.2 g
Sugar: 3.8 g
Cholesterol: 25 mg