Black Bean Tostados Recipe

Name: Black Bean Tostados
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil $; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 1 small onion, chopped $; 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped $; 1/2 teaspoon ground dried chipotle chile; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans; 8 tostada shells (6 in. diameter); 1 cup sliced radishes $; 1 avocado, sliced $; 1 cup crumbled queso fresco* or shredded jack cheese; Lime wedges $; Salsa and/or sour cream

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil $
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 small onion, chopped $
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped $
1/2 teaspoon ground dried chipotle chile
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cans (15 oz. each) black beans
8 tostada shells (6 in. diameter)
1 cup sliced radishes $
1 avocado, sliced $
1 cup crumbled queso fresco* or shredded jack cheese
Lime wedges $
Salsa and/or sour cream

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1. In a frying pan, warm oil over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, and red pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in ground chile and cumin and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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2. Drain beans, reserving their liquid, and add to pan along with about 1/2 cup liquid. Stir and mash until beans form a slightly chunky puree and are heated through, about 3 minutes.
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3. To assemble tostadas, top each shell with 1/2 cup bean mixture, a few radishes, avocado slices, and cheese. Serve with lime wedges and salsa and/or sour cream.
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*Find in Latino markets and well-stocked grocery stores.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil $, 1 garlic clove, chopped, 1 small onion, chopped $, 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped $, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Tostados falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Black Bean Tostados

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