Easy Vegan Tostadas

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are lower in calories and cook faster.

vegan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: shredded tofu

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

corn tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flour tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas are higher in fiber.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: banana pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Banana peppers provide a milder heat.

Brown the Gardein vegan beef crumbles in a pan.

Add a packet of taco seasoning and mix well.

Pour in veggie broth instead of water for more flavor.

Add minced garlic to the mixture.

Cook until browned, not according to package instructions.

Assemble the tostadas by placing a store-bought tostada shell on a plate.

Spread vegan shredded cheese on the shell.

Top with the taco meat replacement and more cheese.

Add another tostada shell on top.

Bake in the oven until the cheese is melty and the shells are toasted.

Add refried beans for a protein boost.

Top with shredded lettuce, avocado slices, and guacamole if desired.

Drizzle with salsa and vegan sour cream mixed with lime juice and sea salt.

Finish with fresh cilantro on top.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens