Easy Tostada Recipe
Savor the vibrant flavors and satisfying crunch of these Easy Tostadas. Layered with refried beans, fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and zesty salsa, each bite is a fiesta of taste. Perfect for casual gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe is customizable to suit your preferences. In under 30 minutes, you can whip up a colorful and delicious dish that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 corn tortillas
- 1 cup refried beans
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- ½ cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange corn tortillas on a baking sheet, spray lightly with cooking spray, and bake for about 10 minutes until golden and crispy.
- While the tortillas bake, warm the refried beans in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- Once tortillas are crispy, spread a generous layer of warm refried beans on each tortilla.
- Top with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes, adding as much as desired for color and freshness.
- Slice the avocado and arrange it on top of each tostada.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over each tostada and drizzle salsa on top.
- Serve immediately while crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada (150g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - For added protein, consider topping with shredded chicken or beef. - Customize toppings with ingredients like pickled onions or jalapeños for an extra kick. - Store leftovers separately to maintain crispiness.