Bean Tostadas Recipe

refried beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans are lower in fat and canned beans save time.

queso fresco

🥗Healthier: feta cheese

💰Cheaper: shredded cheddar

Feta offers a similar tangy flavor, while cheddar is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt provides creaminess with fewer calories.

Fry corn tortillas in oil until crispy to make tostada shells.

Spread a layer of refried beans on each tostada shell.

Top with shredded iceberg lettuce evenly across all tostadas.

Add diced tomatoes on top of the lettuce.

Place slices of avocado on each tostada if desired.

Sprinkle cheddar cheese over the toppings.

Drizzle salsa and hot sauce over the tostadas if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Dietary

Allergens