Chalupas Recipe by Kyong Weathersby

refried beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are lower in fat and calories.

shredded chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Grilled chicken is leaner and retains moisture.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: queso fresco

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and provides a cheesy flavor.

Turn on the heat and add a little oil to the skillet.

Open the can of fat-free refried beans and heat them in the skillet until warm.

Shred the lettuce and set it aside.

Dice the tomatoes and set them aside.

Prepare homemade vegan cheese (recipe available on the creator's website).

Take the tostados out of the package and prepare them for assembly.

Spread a layer of warm refried beans on each tostado.

Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded vegan cheese.

Add sliced black olives if desired.

Serve immediately.

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