Vegetarian Crispy Bean Tostadas
Savor the vibrant flavors and hearty textures of Vegetarian Crispy Bean Tostadas, a quick and easy recipe perfect for a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. These tostadas feature golden-baked corn tortillas, brushed with a hint of vegetable oil for irresistible crispiness, topped with creamy refried beans seasoned with aromatic cumin. Piled high with fresh toppings like juicy diced tomatoes, crunchy shredded lettuce, buttery avocado slices, and zesty red onion, every bite bursts with bold, plant-based goodness. Garnished with fresh cilantro, a squeeze of tangy lime, and optional crumbled queso fresco, these tostadas are customizable with hot sauce for an extra kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome, vegetarian recipe effortlessly combines convenience, versatility, and authentic Mexican-inspired flavor. Perfect for Meatless Monday or a satisfying snack, these tostadas are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 Corn tortillas
- 2 cups Refried beans
- 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 cup Red onion, chopped
- 2 Ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup Lettuce, shredded
- 1 Avocado, sliced
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 Lime, cut into wedges
- 0.5 cup Crumbled queso fresco (optional)
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly brush both sides of each corn tortilla with vegetable oil.
Arrange tortillas in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking. Remove and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the refried beans over medium heat.
Stir in the salt and cumin, and cook until heated through, stirring occasionally.
Spread a generous spoonful of warm refried beans over each baked tortilla.
Top with chopped red onion, diced tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.
Add slices of avocado and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
If using, top with crumbled queso fresco.
Serve the tostadas with lime wedges and hot sauce on the side for those who like a bit of extra spice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 21 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 695 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.1 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.3 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 913 mg | 19% | |
*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.
