Crispy Vegetable Tostadas
Crunchy fried tortillas topped with seasoned black beans, sautéed peppers and onions, and a creamy avocado finish. Ready in 25 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 8g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, ~1 minute.
Step 2
Add 4 tortillas to the hot oil, frying 60 seconds per side until golden and edges curl. Transfer to a paper towel.
Step 3
Repeat with remaining 4 tortillas using the same oil. Set aside.
Step 4
Add 1 tbsp oil to the same skillet over medium heat. Add peppers and onion, stirring occasionally until soft, ~5 minutes.
Step 5
Stir in drained beans and cumin. Cook 2 minutes until heated through and fragrant.
Step 6
Remove from heat. Halve the avocados, scoop into a bowl, mash with lime juice and a pinch of salt.
Step 7
Spoon bean mixture onto each tostada. Top with avocado, season with salt and pepper. Serve with lime wedges.
Tools you’ll need
- 10-inch skillet
- tongs
- paper towels
- small bowl
- fork
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