Black Bean Tostadas
These Healthy Black Bean Tostadas are your new weeknight heroes—crispy, colorful, and stacked with plant-powered goodness! Imagine golden-baked almond flour tortillas piled high with creamy, spiced black beans, juicy cherry tomatoes, and buttery avocado slices. Oh, and don’t forget the zesty lime crema drizzle for that chef’s kiss finish!
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Serving size
25
Veggie
Low-Carb
Ingredients
Fresh:
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup bone broth
4 Siete almond flour tortillas or corn tortillas
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
1 garlic clove, minced
Juice of 1 lime (divided between beans and crema)
1 avocado, sliced (for topping)
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (for topping)
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for topping)
1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional topping)
Staple:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon dried onion
1 teaspoon salt (to taste; using Natural Redmond Real Salt)
1 tablespoon Siete Taco Seasoning (Unavailable on Amazon Fresh)
— or homemade taco seasoning:
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Organic non-gmo veggies are linked where available
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Serving size
Directions
Print RecipeBake the Tostadas (8–10 minutes):
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Place tortillas on a baking sheet lined with unbleached parchment paper.
3. Lightly sprinkle with salt and bake for 8–10minutes, flipping halfway if needed, until golden and crispy. Set aside.
Make the Black Beans (10 minutes):
4. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add black beans, dried onion, taco seasoning,and bone broth.
6. Simmer uncovered for 5–7 minutes until warmedthrough and slightly thickened.
7. Mash the beans with a fork or potato masher, leaving some texture if desired. Stir in the juice of ½ lime.
Make the Lime Crema (2 minutes):
8. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, juice of the remaining ½ lime, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Assemble the Tostadas:
9. Spread black bean mixture onto each baked tortilla.
10. Top with sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro.
11. Drizzle generously with lime crema and serve immediately!
Total Macros:
Calories: 493.5
Protein: 22.2g
Carbs: 54g
Fat: 23.5g
Nutrition Facts:
🌱 Black Beans – The Mighty Bean!
Black beans are loaded with fiber and plant-based protein, offering about 15 grams of protein and 15 grams of fiber per cup. This means they help keep you full and support healthy digestion. Plus, they’re a fantastic source of iron, magnesium, and folate—perfect for energy and muscle recovery!
🥑 Avocado – The Creamy Super fruit
Avocados are rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which help lower bad cholesterol. They also bring a boost of potassium (more than a banana!), which helps regulate blood pressure.
🌿 Cilantro – The Detox Herb
Cilantro contains compounds that may help remove heavy metals from the body (hello natural detox!). It's also rich in antioxidants and vitamins A and K.
🍅 Cherry Tomatoes – The Antioxidant Pop
Tomatoes bring a burst of vitamin C and lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to skin health and reduced inflammation.
🌾 Almond Flour Tortillas – TheProtein-Packed Base
Siete almond flour tortillas sneak in healthy fats, fiber, and protein while being naturally gluten-free and paleo-friendly—making them a lighter option than traditional corn or flour tortillas.
🥣 Greek Yogurt – The Creamy Gut Booster
Greek yogurt not only provides a creamy tang for your crema but is also packed with probiotics and calcium to support gut and bone health.Swap for a dairy-free version if needed!
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