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Tostada

Crispy tortillas topped with layers of savory goodness, perfect for any gathering or quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked black beans
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Tongs
  • Mixing bowl
  • Serving platter
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Brush each corn tortilla lightly with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until they are golden and crispy.
  4. While the tortillas are baking, heat the black beans in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add cumin, salt, and pepper for flavor.
  6. Once the tortillas are ready, take them out of the oven.
  7. Spoon a generous amount of the heated beans onto each tortilla as the base.
  8. Layer on the shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.
  9. Place sliced avocado on top of the veggies.
  10. Sprinkle crumbled queso fresco over the tostadas and add a dollop of sour cream.
  11. Serve your tostadas on a platter and enjoy them immediately.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding a squeeze of lime juice over the toppings right before serving.