Molletes With Deconstructed Guacamole Recipe

Name: Molletes With Deconstructed Guacamole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 bolillo rolls, sliced in half lengthwise; 4 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened; 1 (20.5 ounce) can refried pinto beans; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 2 Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced; 2 avocados from Mexico, peeled, pitted and sliced crosswise; 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 lime, sliced into rounds

Servings: persons

4 bolillo rolls, sliced in half lengthwise
4 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
1 (20.5 ounce) can refried pinto beans
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 avocados from Mexico, peeled, pitted and sliced crosswise
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lime, sliced into rounds

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Place the bolillo roll halves cut side up on a baking sheet and spread each with 1/2 tablespoon of butter or margarine. Bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes.
3
Place refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 1 to 2 minutes until warm.
4
Divide the refried beans among the toasted rolls and spread evenly to the edges. Sprinkle each roll with 2 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella. Return rolls to oven and bake until cheese is melted, 7 or 8 minutes.
5
Remove from oven and top each roll with the sliced tomatoes, avocados, red onion and chopped cilantro. Sprinkle each roll with a pinch of cumin and a pinch of salt. Drizzle each roll with 1/4 teaspoon of olive oil.
6
Serve warm with fresh sliced lime.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 bolillo rolls, sliced in half lengthwise, 4 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened, 1 (20.5 ounce) can refried pinto beans, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and more.

Yes, Molletes With Deconstructed Guacamole falls under the Snacks & Appetizers 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!

Molletes With Deconstructed Guacamole

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