Black Bean Tostada

Crisp, colorful, and bursting with bold flavors, these Black Bean Tostadas are a quick and satisfying meal that’s perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings. Featuring crunchy tostada shells layered with a zesty black bean mash infused with garlic, cumin, and a squeeze of fresh lime, this recipe delivers a hearty base that’s both healthy and delicious. Toppings like crisp shredded lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, tangy red onions, and crumbled queso fresco add vibrant textures and a pop of freshness. A hint of cilantro and optional hot sauce elevate each bite, making these tostadas a customizable, vegetarian delight. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is a celebration of simple ingredients and bold Mexican-inspired flavors, perfect for a crowd-pleasing lunch or dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Tostada shells
• 2 cups Canned black beans
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 whole Lime (juice)
• 2 cups Shredded lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 whole Avocado (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 cup Crumbled queso fresco
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0 to taste Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the tostada shells on a baking sheet. Warm them in the oven for 5-7 minutes until crisp, then set aside.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the canned black beans. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the black beans, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through, mashing the beans slightly with the back of a spoon for a chunky consistency. Stir in lime juice and remove from heat.

Step 4

Prepare the toppings by shredding the lettuce, halving the cherry tomatoes, slicing the red onion and avocado, and chopping the cilantro.

Step 5

Assemble the tostadas by spreading a generous layer of the black bean mixture onto each tostada shell.

Step 6

Top with shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, avocado slices, crumbled queso fresco, and a sprinkle of cilantro.

Step 7

Finish with a drizzle of hot sauce if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1259.6 grams (1259.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2353

Total Fat 117.90g	151%
Saturated Fat 32.10g	161%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 80mg	27%
Sodium 3357mg	146%
Total Carbohydrate 268.00g	97%
Dietary Fiber 67.90g	243%
Total Sugars 9.90g
Protein 75.80g	152%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1100mg	85%
Iron 21mg	117%
Potassium 3640mg	77%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 44.0%