Description
Crispy tostadas topped with seasoned black beans, creamy avocado, and melted pepper Jack cheese, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15 oz.) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp. ground cumin
- 8 tostadas
- 2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese
- Thinly sliced avocados and hot sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Arrange a rack in the center of your oven; preheat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prepare the Bean Mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the rinsed black beans, kosher salt, chili powder, pepper, and ground cumin. Let these ingredients come to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally until warmed through—about 10 minutes.
- Smash the Beans: Using a wooden spoon, gently smash the beans to your desired consistency, leaving some intact for texture. If needed, add a splash of water for a smoother mixture. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prepare Tostadas: While the beans are cooking, arrange the tostadas on a large baking sheet. Generously sprinkle each with shredded pepper Jack cheese.
- Bake: Slide the baking sheet into the oven and bake the tostadas for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is gloriously melty.
- Assemble: Top the tostadas with the warm bean mixture and a few slices of creamy avocado. Drizzle them with your favorite hot sauce for that extra burst of flavor!
Notes
For a healthier option, use low-fat cheese or dairy-free alternatives. You can also add more veggies like diced tomatoes and onions for additional nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg