Easy Tostadas with Refried Beans
These easy tostadas with refried beans are the perfect quick tostada recipe, boasting crunchy shells, creamy refried beans, and vibrant toppings for an easy, wholesome, and customizable meal.
Ingredients
- 8 to 10 tostada shells
- 3 cups homemade refried beans, or 2 (16-ounce) cans refried beans, warmed
- 2 avocados, pitted and thinly sliced
- 3 cups mixed shredded iceberg lettuce and red cabbage
- 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- Sea salt
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Chopped fresh tomatoes, Pico de Gallo, or salsa
- Mexican crema or Cilantro Lime Crema
- Pickled Jalapeños or Pickled Serrano Peppers
- Fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Lay out the tostada shells on a flat surface or serving plate.
- Spread a generous layer of refried beans on each shell, about ¼ to ⅓ cup per tostada.
- Top each tostada with sliced avocado, a mix of shredded lettuce and red cabbage, and a sprinkle of crumbled Cotija cheese.
- Add any additional toppings you love, like Pico de Gallo, pickled jalapeños, or fresh cilantro leaves.
- Season with a pinch of sea salt and serve with lime wedges for a zesty finish.