Tostada Compuestas

Transform your weeknight dinner with the vibrant, flavor-packed delight of Tostadas Compuestas! This easy-to-make Mexican-inspired dish layers crispy tostada shells with hearty refried beans, perfectly seasoned ground beef, and a medley of fresh, colorful toppings. From crisp shredded lettuce and juicy diced tomatoes to creamy guacamole and tangy sour cream, every bite is a balance of textures and flavors. Topped with shredded cheese and garnished with sliced black olives and a sprinkle of cilantro, these tostadas are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, Tostadas Compuestas are perfect for a fun, customizable family meal or a crowd-pleasing party appetizer. Try this ultimate combination of crunch and comfort, and bring a fiesta of flavors to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 pieces Tostada shells
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 2 cups Refried beans
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 0.25 cups Water
• 3 cups Shredded lettuce
• 2 cups Diced tomatoes
• 2 cups Shredded cheese (cheddar or a Mexican blend)
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Guacamole
• 0.5 cups Sliced black olives
• 0.25 cups Chopped cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the beef is well coated and the liquid has reduced. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a small pot, warm the refried beans over low heat, stirring occasionally until they are smooth and heated through.

Step 5

Prepare your toppings: shred lettuce, dice tomatoes, slice olives, and chop cilantro.

Step 6

Lay the tostada shells on a clean surface or baking tray for assembly.

Step 7

Spread a generous layer of warm refried beans onto each tostada shell as the base layer.

Step 8

Top the beans with a scoop of the seasoned ground beef mixture.

Step 9

Sprinkle shredded lettuce over the beef layer, followed by diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, black olives, and chopped cilantro.

Step 10

Add a dollop of sour cream and guacamole to each tostada for creaminess and flavor.

Step 11

Serve immediately, either on a platter for communal dining or individually on plates. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2817 grams (2817.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5413

Total Fat 373.90g	479%
Saturated Fat 134.00g	670%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 676mg	225%
Sodium 12092mg	526%
Total Carbohydrate 367.60g	134%
Dietary Fiber 65.50g	234%
Total Sugars 32.10g
Protein 203.70g	407%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 2555mg	197%
Iron 31mg	169%
Potassium 5720mg	122%

*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: 59.6%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 26.0%