Smoky Refried Bean Tostadas

Give your weeknight dinners a bold upgrade with these Smoky Refried Bean Tostadas—a delightful combination of rich, smoky flavors and fresh, zesty toppings. Built on a crispy corn tostada base, these beauties feature creamy homemade refried pinto beans infused with smoked paprika and ground cumin for an irresistible depth of flavor. Each tostada is topped with shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and melted cheddar cheese, then finished with a tangy hot sauce-infused sour cream drizzle and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick dinner or a fun party snack. Serve with lime wedges for a refreshing citrus kick, and watch these tostadas become your new favorite go-to meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Corn tostadas
• 2 cups Canned pinto beans
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 cups Shredded iceberg lettuce
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes
• 1 cup Grated cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sour cream
• 2 teaspoons Hot sauce
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 4 pieces Lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat a medium-sized skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and sauté them in the skillet until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the canned pinto beans (drained and rinsed) to the skillet along with the smoked paprika, ground cumin, and salt.

Step 4

Mash the beans using a potato masher or the back of a spoon until they form a chunky paste. Gradually stir in the water to create a creamy consistency.

Step 5

Continue to cook the beans on low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Lay out the tostadas on a clean serving surface or plates.

Step 7

Spread a thick layer of the smoky refried beans onto each tostada.

Step 8

Top each tostada with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and grated cheddar cheese.

Step 9

In a small bowl, mix sour cream with hot sauce and drizzle it over the tostadas.

Step 10

Sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1833.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3046.7

Total Fat 163.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 52.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 177.5mg	0%
Sodium 4834.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 341.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.5g	0%
Total Sugars 29.8g
Protein 84.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1622.9mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 3185.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.3%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 43.1%