These speedy (15-minute!) Vegan Bean Tostadas are a satisfying weeknight meal. Quick & easy assembly then pile on your favorite toppings!
Have 15 minutes? Let’s make some quick & easy bean tostadas! There’s something I’ve always loved about tostadas ever since I was a kid. The crunchy shell, spread with creamy beans, and topped with crisp, fresh veggies – delicious! And turns out they’re super easy to make.
How to Make Bean Tostadas
You can either buy pre-made hard tostada shells, or try my quick & easy method of making your own. I simply use fresh corn tortillas and crisp them up under the broiler for a couple minutes. (Just be sure to watch them closely so they don’t burn.) It’s a versatile meal you can change up with your own favorite toppings or sauces. Hope you enjoy this easy weeknight meal as much as we do!
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Bean Tostadas
Ingredients
- 5 corn tortillas
- 15 oz. can refried beans (vegan)
- 2 tsp. taco seasoning
- 2/3 cup grape tomatoes (diced)
- 2 cups romaine lettuce (chopped)
- 1/4 cup red onion (finely diced)
Other toppings of choice:
- Shredded dairy-free cheese, salsa, guacamole, olives, cilantro
Instructions
- In a small pan over low to med-low heat, add refried beans and cumin. Heat for about 5 minutes, or until warm, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, turn oven on broil. Once hot, place corn tortillas single file on a baking sheet. Broil for 2 minutes. Flip, then broil for one more minute until edges are slightly golden. *Watch them carefully so they don’t burn!* (I have my rack about 10 inches under the broiler – adjust times if yours is closer.)
- Prepare your toppings: chop tomatoes, lettuce, and finely dice red onion.
- Build your tostadas: take a crisp tortilla and spread out a thin layer of beans. Add any desired toppings and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition Per Serving (estimate)
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This looks really good, although I'm not a fan of refried beans, I could always use black beans though!!! 🙂 I love me some mexican food
Have you thought about putting daiya cheese on these? They make a jalapeno one that would be great!
I've had daiya a few times but not on these. We've also been playing around with nutritional yeast as a cheese substitute. I didn't know they had Jalapeño Daiya – that would definitely be awesome!! 🙂 Thanks!
What do you spray the tortillas with before you put them in the oven?
Hi Melster! You can use a misto olive oil sprayer or whatever non-stick cooking spray you have (Pam, etc.) Sorry that was unclear! 🙂
Also good if you put a little salsa on the beans….my kids love sour cream too
Great tip! Salsa can give the beans a little extra oomph of flavor! 🙂 Trader Joe's also sells "salsa style" refried beans that are delish!
looks and sounds delicious thx (Kaitlin M)
Thanks! 🙂
I just made these tostadas tonight with Amy's refried beans and daiya pepper jack cheese with shredded red cabbage, salsa, guacamole, chopped red onion, chopped red leaf lettuce and they were delicious! I didn't miss the meat at all. Thank you for sharing quick and easy recipes!
Hi again Karen! 🙂 YAY, so glad these worked out for you! I love Amy's products, and I love all your fresh toppings!! Have a wonderful week!
Thank you! And, I do appreciate your blog so much as it is inspiring me to stay on a plant-based diet! Happy and healthy new year to you!