Traditional Mexican Tostadas are served on a fried tortilla, this healthier version uses baked tortilla in an optional bowl for a fun and easy Mexican side dish.
Prep Time15mins
Cook Time15mins
Total Time30mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Fiesta, healthy
Equipment
Mini Waffle bowl maker {optional}
Ingredients
1packageRaw tortillas
1canRefried black beans
1headRomaine lettuce
1Tomatodiced
1Avocadosliced
Instructions
DIY Tortilla Bowls
Cut your raw tortillas into a 4" circle for mini bowls
Add the raw tortilla to the mini waffle bowl maker being careful to press the tortilla softly down as to not break it
Close the lid and let cook until the light turns on and carefully remove
Optional Oven baked tortilla bowl method
Preheat oven to 350°
Brush raw tortillas with oil and lay over properly sized bowls.
Place in the oven for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned
Tostada Filling
Spread warm refried beans onto bottom of bowl with the backside of a spoon
Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced avocados
Serve with salsa, cheese, and drizzle with crema
Notes
For a full meal add seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken