Best 9 Pinto Bean Tostadas Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to discover the tantalizing flavors of homemade pinto bean tostadas. These crispy corn tortillas, generously topped with a flavorful filling of mashed pinto beans, are a delightful fusion of Mexican and American cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned cook seeking to elevate your culinary repertoire or a curious foodie eager to explore new dishes, this guide will provide you with the inspiration and practical steps to create mouthwatering pinto bean tostadas that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CRISPY BEAN TOSTADAS WITH SMASHED AVOCADO AND JICAMA-CILANTRO SLAW



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These Mexican tostadas feature refried beans, avocado and cabbage slaw on crisp, baked corn tortillas. This tostada recipe is easy, filling and meatless! Recipe yields 6 hearty tostadas, enough for 3 to 6 servings.

Provided by Cookie and Kate

Categories     Main dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon white vinegar
Pinch of salt
2 cups shredded green cabbage
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup 1/4-inch-thick slices peeled jicama, or additional shredded cabbage
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
6 corn tortillas
Extra-virgin olive oil or cooking spray
Salt, to taste
2 cans (16 ounces each) vegetarian refried beans, or 1 batch homemade refried beans
3 large ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 cup halved grape tomatoes
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese

Steps:

  • Make the pickled onions: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced onions with the lime juice, vinegar and salt and stir until the onions are well coated. Let the onions sit while you make the slaw and tostadas. The pickled onions can be stored in a jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • Make the slaw: In a large bowl, combine the cabbage, cilantro, jicama, lime juice, cumin and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and set aside.
  • Assemble the tostadas: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Brush or spray both sides of each tortilla generously with olive oil or cooking spray, season with salt, and arrange in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake for 4 minutes, then flip and bake for 4 to 8 more minutes, until the tortillas are crispy.
  • Gently heat the refried beans in the microwave or on the stovetop. In a large bowl, mash the avocados with a fork or potato masher. Stir in the lime juice and season with salt, to taste.
  • Spread refried beans evenly over each tortilla. Add a layer of smashed avocado and top with the slaw, pickled onions, tomatoes and queso fresco. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tostada, Calories 442 calories, Sugar 3.9 g, Sodium 940.2 mg, Fat 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 46.6 g, Fiber 18 g, Protein 14.1 g, Cholesterol 7 mg

PINTO BEAN TOSTADAS



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Ready-to-go pinto beans and crispy corn tortillas prove how easy it is to make a healthy meal. Chili powder kicks up the fun, making this a popular pick for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup sour cream
3/4 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 to 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
6 corn tortillas (6 inches)
2 cups shredded lettuce
1/2 cup salsa
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or queso fresco
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix sour cream, lime zest, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir just until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Stir in beans, pepper sauce, chili powder and remaining salt; heat through, stirring occasionally. Keep warm., Brush both sides of tortillas with remaining oil. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add tortillas in two batches; cook until lightly browned and crisp, 2-3 minutes on each side., To serve, arrange beans and lettuce over tostada shells; top with salsa, sour cream mixture and cheese. Serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 658mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY BEAN TOSTADAS



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These tostadas are cheap and easy to make--and they're full of fiber!

Categories     Vegetarian Meals     Mexican     Mexican Vegetarian Meals     Vegetarian     Vegetarian Vegetarian Meals     Dinner     Vegetarian Meals Dinner

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 corn tortillas
1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup salsa
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar (regular or vegan cheese, such as Daiya)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place the pinto beans in a bowl, add the salsa and mash with a fork until well combined.
  • Place tortillas on a baking sheet, and place in oven for five minutes, until slightly crispy. Remove from oven and divide bean-salsa mixture among the tortillas. Top with cheese, and return to the oven until beans are heated and cheese is melted, about five minutes.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Photo credit: PhotoKitchen.net

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Info Servings Per Recipe 4 Amount Per Serving Calories

PINTO BEAN AND POTATO TOSTADAS



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Pinto Bean and Potato Tostadas are quick, easy, and delicious. Seasoned beans and potatoes piled high on shredded lettuce, topped with sliced avocado.

Provided by Jenna Urben

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 bag tostadas
4 small potatoes (diced)
1 can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper (to taste)
Topping ideas: Shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, diced tomato, diced jalapeño, dairy-free/vegan cheese, lime juice, hot sauce

Steps:

  • Toss diced potatoes in a large skillet with a couple tablespoons of olive oil. Cook until soft.
  • As potatoes cook, warm pinto beans in a small saucepan over low heat.
  • Once potatoes are soft, season with chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir around so everything is coated. Continue to cook, as they crisp up slightly.
  • To assemble, make a bed of shredded lettuce on a tostada. Scoop a serving of pinto beans and potatoes and place on top. Top with desired toppings and enjoy.

BEAN TOSTADAS



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Simple Bean Tostadas come together quickly and easily for an affordable meatless meal, with tortillas, refried beans, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and your favorite toppings.

Provided by Jessica Fisher

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 8

oil for frying the tortillas (such as vegetable or olive oil)
12 corn tortillas (or tostada shells)
2 15-ounce can Refried Beans ( or homemade cooked pinto beans)
8 oz cheddar cheese (shredded) ((2 cups))
2 tomato (diced)
2 cup shredded lettuce
1/2 cup sour cream
toppings for tostadas (, such as: homemade salsa, hot sauce, chopped fresh cilantro, or other favorite toppings)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a small skillet, heat 1/2 inch of oil over medium-high heat until very hot. A small bit of tortilla will sizzle when the oil is ready.
  • Fry the tortillas until stiff. Place the tortillas on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until brown and crunchy, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to package directions. Lay the tostada shells out on a baking sheet.
  • Warm the shells in the oven, according to package instructions.
  • Warm the refried beans in a saucepan until bubbly.
  • Spread the beans over the crisp tortilla shells. Top with the cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and other toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 139 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SKINNY SLOW COOKER CHICKEN AND PINTO BEAN TOSTADAS RECIPE



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Simple, healthy and delicious, this slow cooker chicken and pinto bean tostada is one of those easy dump and go crock pot recipes perfect for busy days.

Provided by Martha McKinnon | Simple Nourished Living

Categories     Main Course

Time 6h20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (about 20 ounces) boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 cup chunky-style salsa
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix (I used low sodium)
1 can (15 -16 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
8 tostada shells, heated if desired
4 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups chopped tomato
1/2 cup light sour cream
1/2 cup refrigerated guacamole

Steps:

  • Ideal slow cooker size: 3-1/2- to 4-Quart.
  • Spray a 3-1/2 - to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add chicken.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the salsa, water and taco seasoning until it's well blended and then pour over the chicken.
  • Cover and cook on LOW until chicken is tender enough to shred, about 6 to 8 hours.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Using 2 forks, pull the meat into shreds.
  • Return the shredded chicken to the juices in the slow cooker. Stir in the beans. Increase heat setting to HIGH. Cover and cook 15-20 minutes longer, or until thoroughly heated.
  • Evenly spoon chicken mixture over each tostada shell. Top with lettuce, tomato, 1 tablespoon sour cream and 1 tablespoon guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tostada, Calories 290 kcal, Carbohydrate 24 g, Protein 20 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 5 g

PINTO BEAN AND COUSCOUS TOSTADAS



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Being a pregnant vegetarian I need quick and easy meals that are healthy and have protein. Here is a great meatless version of a tostada.

Provided by esmerelda smoot

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup vegetable broth
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup carrot, chopped
1/8-1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup couscous, uncooked
4 tostadas
1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
sour cream (optional)
shredded lettuce (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine beans, broth, water, carrot, and crushed red pepper. Bring mixture to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in salsa and couscous. Remove from heat.
  • Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Serve bean-couscous mixture on tostada shells and top with cheese.
  • If desired, serve with sour cream, lettuce, and/ or additional salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.5, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 447.1, Carbohydrate 50.3, Fiber 11.6, Sugar 2.6, Protein 16.9

SPICY PINTO BEAN VEGAN TOSTADAS RECIPE



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Have you ever eaten a tostada? The first time I ordered one I had no idea what to do. It's essentially a crispy corn tortilla piled high with all of the delish toppings you'd normally find in a vegan taco or burrito. Do I eat this thing with a fork? Do I pick it up... Read more »

Provided by Tiffany Perkins

Categories     Vegan, Entree, Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 corn tortillas
Cooking spray
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
Pinch of salt
1 to 2 tablespoons of water
½ cup diced tomato, for topping
½ cup corn, for topping
1 avocado, sliced, for topping
1 container Plant Perks Sriracha Cheddar Cheeze Spread
½ jalapeño, seeded
¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 400F degrees. Spray both sides of each tortilla with cooking spray and bake for 5 minutes. Flip the tortillas over and bake 5 minutes more, until crispy. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, warm the olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Then add the pinto beans, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Turn the heat to low and use a spatula or fork to mash up the beans slightly. Add a tablespoon or two of water to help the beans soften and mash. Cook for 3 or 4 minutes, until heated through. Transfer the pinto beans to a bowl.
  • To make the spicy vegan queso, combine the Sriracha Cheddar Cheeze Spread, jalapeño, almond milk, and salt in a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
  • To assemble the tostadas, spread some of the pinto bean mixture onto each baked tortilla. Top with diced tomatoes, corn, and avocado. Drizzle with the spicy vegan queso and serve.

BEAN TOSTADAS



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This is by far my most popular tostada, appealing to both vegetarians and meat-eaters. If you don't have time to cook the black beans, you could use canned beans and refry them with the spices called for in my recipe for refried black beans. You'll have to moisten them with water.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 batch refried black beans or refried pinto beans (use same method for pintos as for black beans) (about 2 cups)
8 corn tortillas, halved and toasted in the microwave
1 medium or large avocado, mashed and seasoned with lime juice, salt, garlic if desired, cumin and chili (chopped fresh or powder)
1/3 cup crumbled queso fresco (about 1 1/2 ounces)
3 or 4 leaves romaine lettuce, cut in chiffonade
1/2 to 1 cup salsa, fresh or bottled
Cilantro leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Warm the refried beans in a 325-degree oven while you toast the tortilla halves. If the refried beans are too thick to spread evenly, thin out with some bean broth. Spread a spoonful of the refried beans onto each tortilla half. Top with a spoonful of the mashed avocado mixture and a sprinkle of queso fresco. Add a handful of lettuce and a spoonful of salsa. Arrange on a platter or plates and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 107, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 298 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Always rinse and sort pinto beans before cooking to remove any debris or small stones.
  • Soaking pinto beans overnight in water helps to reduce cooking time and makes them more digestible.
  • Add salt to the cooking water only after the beans have softened, as salt can toughen the beans if added too early.
  • Use a variety of toppings for your tostadas, such as shredded chicken, beef, or pork, as well as your favorite salsa, guacamole, and sour cream.
  • For a vegetarian version of tostadas, use black beans or kidney beans instead of pinto beans.
  • Tostadas can be served as an appetizer, main course, or snack.

Conclusion:

Pinto bean tostadas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a variety of toppings to choose from, tostadas are a great way to use up leftover beans and other ingredients. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give pinto bean tostadas a try.

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