Description
These crispy tostadas are piled high with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and a fresh medley of toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and cilantro. Perfectly complemented with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole, they’re a quick and satisfying meal for any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can refried beans
- 8 tostada shells
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Salsa, sour cream, and guacamole for topping
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the taco seasoning and cook according to the package instructions.
- Heat the refried beans in a separate saucepan until warmed through.
- Assemble the tostadas by spreading a layer of refried beans on each shell, followed by the ground beef mixture.
- Top with lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, red onion, and cilantro.
- Serve with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole on the side.
Notes
- Feel free to swap the ground beef for ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add a squeeze of lime over the toppings for an extra burst of freshness.
- Store leftover assembled tostadas in the refrigerator (without toppings) for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes