Easy Tostada Recipe
Indulge in a vibrant fiesta of flavors with this Easy Tostada Recipe! Perfectly baked corn tortillas are layered with creamy refried beans, melting cheese, and fresh toppings like salsa and avocado. Ready in just under 30 minutes, these customizable tostadas are ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a delicious crunch in every bite. Elevate your meals and impress your friends with this delightful dish that captures the essence of Mexican cuisine.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (1 tostada per serving) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 4 corn tortillas
- 1 cup canned refried beans (low-sodium)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup fresh salsa
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 1 ripe avocado (sliced)
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Arrange tortillas on the baking sheet; brush both sides lightly with olive oil.
- Bake tortillas for 10-12 minutes until crispy.
- While baking, heat refried beans in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
- Once tortillas are ready, spread refried beans on each tortilla and top with shredded cheese. Return to the oven for 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Remove from oven; add lettuce, salsa, avocado slices, and any other desired toppings.
- Serve immediately with extra salsa for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg