Healthy Tostadas

Brighten up your mealtime with these Healthy Tostadas, a vibrant and nutritious twist on a Mexican classic. This easy-to-make recipe features crispy baked corn tortillas topped with creamy refried black beans, fresh shredded romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, slices of creamy avocado, and tangy red onion, all finished with a sprinkle of chopped cilantro and a squeeze of zesty lime. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick bake in the oven, these tostadas deliver big on flavor without the guilt—perfect for a wholesome lunch or a light, satisfying dinner. Packed with fresh vegetables, healthy fats, and plant-based protein, this recipe is both delicious and nourishing, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking for quick, healthy meal ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Corn tortillas
• 1 can Olive oil spray
• 1 cup Refried black beans (low sodium, canned)
• 2 cups Romaine lettuce, shredded
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium Avocado
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 large Lime, cut into wedges
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Lightly spray both sides of the corn tortillas with olive oil spray and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Bake the tortillas for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway, until they are golden brown and crisp. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.

Step 4

While the tortillas are baking, heat the refried black beans in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Once the tortillas have cooled slightly, spread a thin layer of warm refried beans on each tostada shell.

Step 7

Top each tostada with shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, red onion, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Season each tostada with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Step 9

Serve each tostada with a wedge of lime for squeezing on top just before eating.

Step 10

Enjoy your Healthy Tostadas immediately for the best flavor and crunch!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1282.5 grams (1282.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2823

Total Fat 248.60g	319%
Saturated Fat 1.30g	7%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 944mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 184.00g	67%
Dietary Fiber 38.90g	139%
Total Sugars 14.90g
Protein 32.20g	64%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 336mg	26%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2268mg	48%

*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: 72.1%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 23.7%