Tostadas are a classic Mexican dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are typically made with a crispy tortilla topped with refried beans, meat, cheese, and salsa. Black bean tostadas are a vegetarian variation on this popular dish that are just as delicious and satisfying as the traditional meat-based version.
This article features three recipes for black bean tostadas, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is for a classic black bean tostada with a simple topping of refried beans, cheese, and salsa. The second recipe is for a more flavorful tostada with a black bean and corn salsa topping. The third recipe is for a black bean tostada with a creamy avocado and roasted red pepper sauce.
No matter which recipe you choose, you are sure to enjoy these delicious and easy-to-make black bean tostadas. They are perfect for a quick and healthy meal that the whole family will love.
BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS
I made up this recipe trying to duplicate the black bean tostadas at my favorite Mexican restaurant! They taste great and are quick, easy, and healthy!
Provided by Nellie Fiorenzi
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Combine refried black beans, black beans, green chiles, garlic powder, chili powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until warm and combined, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Place tostada shells on an ungreased baking sheet and evenly distribute bean mixture between them. Top with Monterey Jack cheese.
- Broil in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, watching carefully to avoid burning tostadas, 1 to 3 minutes.
- Serve immediately and garnish with salsa, lettuce, sour cream, and guacamole.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 28.3 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 813.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
QUICK BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS
Toasted tortillas topped with flavorful black beans and fresh vegetables make a quick and delicious light meal. This is also a great recipe for entertaining, because of its ease and high yield. To spice things up, top black bean tostadas with slices of fresh jalapeño just before serving. From Forks Over Knives Family
Categories Burgers & Wraps/">Burgers & Wraps
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Arrange tortillas in a single layer on baking sheets. Bake 20 minutes or until crisp.
- Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan combine the black beans, lemon juice, onion powder, garlic powder, and ground cumin. Add ½ cup of water and cook over medium heat 10 minutes, adding additional water, 1 to 2 Tbsp. at a time, if needed to prevent sticking.
- Mash bean mixture to reach desired consistency, adding additional water if desired to make creamier. Season with salt and pepper.
- To assemble, spread tortillas with bean mixture, using ¼ cup for each tortilla. Top with lettuce, green onions, tomato, and cilantro.
BLACK BEAN BREAKFAST TOSTADAS
These simple black bean breakfast tostadas are fresh, full of flavor, and ready to eat in just minutes.
Provided by Soup Loving Nicole
Categories Tostadas
Time 9m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Divide tostada shells between 4 plates.
- Combine back beans, avocado, and lime juice in a bowl. Gently stir to combine. Divide mixture between tostada shells. Top each tostada with a slice of cheese.
- Heat oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Crack an egg into the hot oil. Cook for 2 minutes. Flip and cook until set, 2 minutes more. Transfer egg to the top of one of the prepared tostada shells. Repeat with remaining eggs.
- Top each egg with salsa. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 201.2 mg, Fat 23 g, Fiber 11.5 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 716.9 mg
CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 58m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat 1/2 inch oil in a small heavy skillet over medium heat until shimmering. Fry tortillas one at a time until golden and crisp, 2 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt.
- Cool the oil slightly and discard all but 2 tablespoons. Add the beans and cumin and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the broth and cook, smashing the beans, until saucy and hot. Season with salt and pepper.
- Whisk the garlic, chili paste, 2 tablespoons lime juice, the sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Slowly whisk in 1/4 cup oil to make a dressing; add the cabbage, radishes and cilantro and toss. Mix the sour cream and the remaining 2 tablespoons lime juice in another bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Top each tortilla with beans, chicken, cabbage salad and sour cream.
BLACK BEAN AND BEEF TOSTADAS
Just a handful of ingredients add up to one of our family's favorites. Also easy to double for company! -Susan Brown, Kansas City, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes. Stir in tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until liquid is almost evaporated, 6-8 minutes. Stir in black beans; heat through., To serve, spread refried beans over tostada shells. Top with beef mixture; add toppings as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 392 calories, Fat 14g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 1011mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
TOSTADAS WITH SMASHED BLACK BEANS OR VAQUEROS
Refried heirloom vaquero beans add a special touch to these tostadas, but black beans work, too. I have always had a weakness for black bean tostadas. These are not unlike Oaxacan tlayudas, though this recipe doesn't call for that dish's signature extra-large corn tortillas. I used luxurious black and white vaqueros from Rancho Gordo for these, but black beans will also work well. Cook them yourself (don't use canned), because you'll need the delicious broth. I don't refry them for as long as I normally would because I like them moist, and vaqueros are starchier than black beans.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, main course
Time 45m
Yield 8 tostadas, serving 4 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oil over medium heat in a large, heavy pan (I use a heavy nonstick pan for this) and add cumin. When it is sizzling, add beans with their liquid and turn up heat to medium-high. Cook beans, mashing with the back of your spoon and stirring often, until they are thick but still fairly moist, about 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Every so often a layer of thick broth should begin to stick to the pan. Stir that into the beans - it has a lot of flavor. The smashed beans will continue to dry even after you remove from the heat.
- Toast the tortillas. For really crisp tortillas, heat one at a time (2 if you have a large enough microwave to fit 2 without the tortillas overlapping) in a microwave for 1 minute on full power. Flip tortilla over and microwave for 30 seconds to a minute more on full power, until crisp. You can also toast them in a dry pan or directly over the flame, but this will not crisp the tortillas, it will just char them.
- In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, chiles, onion, and cilantro. Season to taste with salt. Stir in lime juice and the avocado. Let sit for 15 to 30 minutes for the best flavor.
- Spread about 1/2 cup of the refried beans over each tortilla. Top with a generous spoonful of salsa. Place a handful of shredded lettuce or cabbage on top and if desired a little more salsa on the lettuce. Sprinkle on some white cheese, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 181, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 25 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS WITH AVOCADO SALSA
For a quick veggie health-boost make this speedy supper using flavourful corn tortillas, which make a really nice change from flour tortillas
Provided by Good Food team
Categories Dinner, Main course
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Brush the tortillas with a little of the oil and place in a single layer on baking sheets. Cook for 8 mins until crisp.
- In a large frying pan, heat the remaining oil. Add the onion and garlic, and cook for 5 mins. Add the spices, vinegar and honey. Cook for 2 mins more. Add the beans and seasoning, and heat through.
- Remove from the heat and mash the beans gently with the back of your spoon to a chunky purée. Spread some beans over the crispy corn tortillas, scatter with your choice of toppings and add a spoonful of crème fraîche to cool down, or a splash of chipotle Tabasco to spice it up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 675 calories, Fat 17 grams fat, SaturatedFat 7 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 91 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 15 grams fiber, Protein 27 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose ripe avocados: Look for avocados that are dark green or black in color, with a slightly soft texture when gently squeezed. Avoid avocados that are too hard or too soft, as they may not be ripe or may be overripe.
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your tostadas the best flavor. If possible, use fresh black beans, tomatoes, and cilantro.
- Don't overcook the black beans: Overcooked black beans will be mushy and bland. Cook them just until they are tender, about 10-15 minutes.
- Season the black beans well: Season the black beans with salt, pepper, and cumin to taste. You can also add other spices, such as chili powder, garlic powder, or onion powder.
- Use a variety of toppings: Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings for your tostadas. Some popular options include salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and shredded cheese.
Conclusion:
Black bean tostadas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are packed with flavor and nutrients, and they can be customized to your liking. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.
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