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Easy • Vegetarian

Speedy Black Bean Tostadas

These quick and easy tostadas are packed with flavor and perfect for a weeknight meal.

Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Speedy Black Bean Tostadas

Craving something satisfying and flavorful, but short on time? These Speedy Black Bean Tostadas are your new best friend. Crispy tostada shells piled high with seasoned black beans, fresh veggies, and a dollop of creamy goodness make for a delicious and ridiculously easy dinner.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 corn tostada shells
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomato
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cojita cheese or feta
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for serving (optional)
  • Hot sauce, for serving (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a medium bowl, mash the black beans slightly with a fork or potato masher. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, and cayenne (if using).

  2. Step 2

    Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the mashed black beans and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  3. Step 3

    Lay the tostada shells out on a serving platter. Evenly spread the seasoned black beans over each tostada.

  4. Step 4

    Top each tostada with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, crumbled cheese, and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt and a dash of hot sauce, if desired.

Tips

  • For extra flavor, sauté a quarter of a diced onion with the black beans.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to the black beans for brightness.

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