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Black Bean Tostadas

Delicious Black Bean Tostadas with Avocado Crema in 30 Minutes

These Black Bean Tostadas are a must-try for a quick, flavorful meal, featuring smoky charred corn and creamy avocado crema.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tostadas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tostadas
  • 8 pieces Tostada shells Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Sweet corn Fresh or frozen; charred
For the Filling
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Diced, sautéed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 can Black beans Rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable broth or water Adds moisture
  • 2 pieces Limes Juiced
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Avocado Crema
  • 1 large Avocado Ripe
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Adjusted for spice preference
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Optional
  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or yogurt Use non-dairy for vegan option
  • as needed Water To adjust consistency

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Skillet
  • Grill or broiler

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a food processor, combine the avocado, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, and sour cream. Blend until smooth, adding water to adjust consistency.
  2. Preheat grill or broiler. Grill corn for 8-10 minutes until charred. Cool and slice kernels off the cob.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet. Sauté onion for 4-5 minutes, then add garlic and cook for another minute. Stir in spices.
  4. Add black beans and broth to the skillet. Simmer for 5 minutes, mashing some beans for texture, then add lime juice and season.
  5. On each tostada, layer black bean filling, charred corn, and drizzle with avocado crema. Top with cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tostadaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure avocados are ripe for the best crema. Store leftovers separately to maintain tostadas' crunch.

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