Vegetarian Classic Mexican Tostada
Crispy, vibrant, and loaded with fresh flavors, these Vegetarian Classic Mexican Tostadas are a must-try for lovers of authentic Mexican cuisine! Built on a foundation of golden, fried corn tortillas, this recipe layers creamy refried beans, crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and buttery avocado slices for the perfect balance of textures. A sprinkling of crumbled queso fresco or tangy feta, a drizzle of sour cream, and fresh cilantro elevate every bite, while lime wedges on the side add a citrusy pop. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dish is as customizable as it is delicious, making it perfect for weeknight dinners, vegetarian meal plans, or casual entertaining. Don’t forget to pair it with your favorite salsa for an extra kick!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 Corn tortillas
- 2 cups Refried beans
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 2 cups Iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup Tomatoes, diced
- 2 Avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Queso fresco or feta cheese, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Preheat a frying pan over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
Once the oil is hot, fry each corn tortilla one at a time until crispy and golden, about 1-2 minutes per side. Drain excess oil by placing the fried tortillas on a paper towel-lined plate.
Heat the refried beans in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until warm and spreadable.
Spread a thick layer of warm refried beans onto each fried tortilla.
Top each tostada with a handful of shredded lettuce, a few tablespoons of diced tomatoes, and several slices of avocado.
Add some thinly sliced red onion rings to each tostada for additional flavor.
Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese over the toppings.
Drizzle a spoonful of sour cream over each tostada and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top just before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 347.3 g | 445% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.5 g | 442% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 137.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 218 mg | 72% | |
| Sodium | 4737 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.2 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 75.4 g | 269% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 105.1 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2276 mg | 175% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 4996 mg | 106% | |
*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.
