Best 4 Black Beans And Rice Tostadas Recipes

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Tostadas, a popular Mexican dish, are crispy, fried or toasted corn tortillas topped with a variety of ingredients. In this article, we'll explore two delicious and versatile black beans and rice tostada recipes. The first recipe features a flavorful combination of black beans, rice, avocado, and a tangy tomatillo salsa. The second recipe takes a more traditional approach with refried beans, rice, lettuce, tomatoes, and a creamy sour cream sauce. Both recipes are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. They're perfect for a quick and satisfying meal or as a party appetizer. So gather your ingredients and let's get started on creating these tasty tostadas!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLACK BEAN TOSTADAS



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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

1 (16 ounce) can refried black beans
1 (16 ounce) can black beans
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt and ground black pepper to taste
8 corn tostada shells
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup salsa, or as desired
¼ cup shredded lettuce, or as desired
¼ cup sour cream, or as desired
¼ cup guacamole, or as desired

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

BLACK BEAN AND BEEF TOSTADAS



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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

1/2 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans, warmed
8 tostada shells
Optional toppings: shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, shredded lettuce, salsa and sour cream

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.

BLACK BEANS AND RICE



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The perfect meal! Preparation Time: 20 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.

Provided by Daisy

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup uncooked white rice
1 ½ cups low sodium, low fat vegetable broth
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 ½ cups canned black beans, drained

Steps:

  • In a stockpot over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the onion and garlic and saute for 4 minutes. Add the rice and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, cover and lower the heat and cook for 20 minutes. Add the spices and black beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.4 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Fat 0.9 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 354.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

BLACK BEANS AND RICE TOSTADAS



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Try this Mexican tostada recipe instead of traditional tacos - ready in less than 30 minutes. Start with Zatarain's Black Beans and Rice then top tostada shells with cooked chicken and assorted toppings.

Provided by Zatarains

Categories     Rice

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 1/2 cups water
1 (7 ounce) package ZATARAIN'S® Black Beans and Rice (Substitution -- Reduced Sodium Black Beans and Rice)
2 tablespoons butter (Substitutions -- 2 tablespoons margarine or olive oil)
8 tostadas
2 cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Mix water, Rice Mix and butter in medium saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 25 minute or until most of the water is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent rice and beans from sticking.
  • Remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes.
  • For each tostada shell, top with 1/3 cup rice mixture, 1/4 cup chicken and assorted toppings, if desired.
  • Cooking tip: Black Beans & Rice Wraps: Use flour tortillas (8-inch) in place of the tostada shells.
  • Serving Suggestion: Top with assorted toppings, such as shredded cheese, shredded lettuce, chopped avocado, salsa, sour cream and chopped fresh cilantro.
  • Nutrition information (Amount per serving): Calories: 231, Cholesterol: 42mg, Sodium: 439mg, Protein: 16g, Total Fat: 7g, Fiber: 3g, Carbohydrate: 26.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.9, Fat 5.2, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 33.9, Sodium 53.8, Protein 8.8

Tips:

  • Choose the right beans: Black beans are the traditional choice for tostadas, but you can also use other types of beans, such as pinto beans, kidney beans, or chickpeas.
  • Cook the beans properly: Rinse the beans well before cooking. You can either cook them in a slow cooker or on the stovetop. If you're cooking them on the stovetop, be sure to bring them to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for at least 1 hour, or until they are tender.
  • Make the rice ahead of time: You can make the rice up to 3 days ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. This will save you time when you're assembling the tostadas.
  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables, such as tomatoes, onions, and cilantro, will add flavor and color to your tostadas.
  • Don't overload the tostadas: You want to be able to eat the tostadas without them falling apart. So, don't pile on too many toppings.
  • Serve the tostadas immediately: Tostadas are best served immediately after they are assembled. This will prevent the tostada shells from getting soggy.

Conclusion:

Black beans and rice tostadas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover beans and rice. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. These tostadas are also very versatile. You can add your favorite toppings, such as shredded chicken, beef, or fish. You can also add different types of cheese, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper Jack. And, of course, you can always add more vegetables, such as lettuce, salsa, or guacamole. So, get creative and enjoy!

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