Egg Tostada-Frittata with Rainbow Tomato Salsa

Name: Egg Tostada-Frittata with Rainbow Tomato Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 red heirloom or plum tomatoes; 3 brown, orange, green, or yellow ripe tomatoes, mixed; 1 small red onion, finely chopped; 3 to 4 scallions, finely chopped; 2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped; A handful fresh cilantro, finely chopped; 1 lime, juiced; Kosher salt; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 8 slices good quality smoky bacon, finely diced; 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped; 2 red Fresno chile peppers, finely chopped; 12 large organic eggs; 1 tablespoon hot sauce; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 to 4 handfuls very thin salt-free crispy corn tortilla chips (recommended: Xochitl brand); 1 can spicy vegetarian refried beans; About 1/3 to 1/2 pound smoked Cheddar or smoked pepper Jack cheese; About 1/3 to 1/2 pound extra-sharp yellow Cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup pickled sliced jalapenos, drained; 1 cup shredded leaves from romaine lettuce hearts

Servings: persons

2 red heirloom or plum tomatoes
3 brown, orange, green, or yellow ripe tomatoes, mixed
1 small red onion, finely chopped
3 to 4 scallions, finely chopped
2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
A handful fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 lime, juiced
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
8 slices good quality smoky bacon, finely diced
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
2 red Fresno chile peppers, finely chopped
12 large organic eggs
1 tablespoon hot sauce
Freshly ground black pepper
3 to 4 handfuls very thin salt-free crispy corn tortilla chips (recommended: Xochitl brand)
1 can spicy vegetarian refried beans
About 1/3 to 1/2 pound smoked Cheddar or smoked pepper Jack cheese
About 1/3 to 1/2 pound extra-sharp yellow Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup pickled sliced jalapenos, drained
1 cup shredded leaves from romaine lettuce hearts

1
Chop the tomatoes and place in a mixing bowl.
2
Add the red onion, scallions, jalapenos, and cilantro.
3
Dress with lime juice and salt and toss to combine.
4
Let stand until ready to use.
5
Preheat a 10 to 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat with extra-virgin olive oil.
6
Also preheat the broiler with the rack positioned in the middle of the oven.
7
To the hot oil add the bacon and render, about 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Add the onions and red chilies and cook about 4 to 5 minutes to soften them.
9
Beat the eggs with the hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
10
Lightly crush the tortillas and add them to the pan, pour the eggs overtop, and stir to combine.
11
Settle the eggs and lightly brown them, then transfer the pan to the center of the oven and broil the eggs for 6 to 7 minutes, or until lightly golden.
12
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the spicy vegetarian refried beans with a splash of water to thin them out.
13
Shred the cheeses with a box grater and combine.
14
Remove the eggs from the oven and spread the refried beans overtop, stopping 1-inch from the edge all around.
15
Top with shredded cheese and pickled jalapenos and return to the oven for 1 to 2 more minutes to melt the cheese.
16
Remove the egg tostada-frittata from the oven and top it with shredded lettuce.
17
Lightly drain off the tomato water from the tomato mixture and mound the salsa over the lettuce.
18
Serve extra salsa at the table.

977

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 red heirloom or plum tomatoes, 3 brown, orange, green, or yellow ripe tomatoes, mixed, 1 small red onion, finely chopped, 3 to 4 scallions, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Egg Tostada-Frittata with Rainbow Tomato Salsa falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!