Jul 14 2026

Tostada Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

G crisp tortillas, black beans, Chihuahua cheese, roasted corn salsa, mixed greens, honey-lime vinaigrette, Mexican crema

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Ingredients

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Tortillas

Black Beans

Toppings

Honey-Lime Vinaigrette

Method

Preparing the Tortillas

  1. 1

    Fry the Tortillas

    In a large skillet, heat a thin layer of oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the corn tortillas one at a time, frying each side until they are golden and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Preparing the Black Beans

  1. 2

    Heat the Black Beans

    In a saucepan, combine the canned black beans (drained and rinsed) with ground cumin and salt. Heat over medium-low heat until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes. Mash slightly with a fork to create a creamy texture if desired.

Making the Honey-Lime Vinaigrette

  1. 3

    Whisk the Vinaigrette

    In a small bowl, whisk together honey, fresh lime juice, olive oil, and salt until well combined and emulsified.

Assembling the Tostadas

  1. 4

    Build the Tostadas

    On each crispy tortilla, spread a generous layer of the warmed black beans. Top with shredded Chihuahua cheese, followed by a scoop of roasted corn salsa. Add a handful of mixed greens on top and drizzle with honey-lime vinaigrette. Finish with a drizzle of Mexican crema.

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