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April 5, 2021 By Kathryn Donangelo 21 Comments

Crispy Baked Veggie Tostadas

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Last Updated on May 16, 2022 by Kathryn Donangelo

This Easy Tostada Recipe is vegetarian and layered with beans, lettuce, cheese, salsa, guacamole and jalapeños for the perfect lunch or dinner! Customize your tostadas by adding more veggies or protein on top. These can be made gluten-free or vegan and the different combinations of flavors you can add are endless!

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Tostadas on plate

These Crispy Baked Veggie Tostadas have a crispy tortilla bottom that is baked in the oven and then layered with classic tostada toppings! This makes a perfect lunch or dinner option if you are wanting something easy, delicious and wholesome. Assembled in just minutes once the crispy tortilla is baked!

Pile these tostadas sky high with your favorite toppings! This Easy Tostada Recipe is so satisfying and can be also be made vegan or gluten-free depending on your needs. I love how these healthy tostadas can come together in less than 30 minutes!

You can even make these in 10 minutes by buying the store-bought tostada shells instead of crisping them up yourself. This Easy Tostada Recipe couldn’t be any easier!

veggie tostadas

These easy tostadas require minimal prep and cleanup so you’ll want to make these any day!

CUSTOMIZE YOUR TOSTADAS

You can customize your tostadas by adding your favorite toppings, the possibilities are endless! Here are some additional toppings you can add that would be great additons.

  • Protein: chicken, carne asada, pork, shrimp
  • Extra beans: black, pinto, kidney 
  • Sour cream
  • Pico de gallo
  • Fajitas
  • Grilled vegetables
layered tostadas

INGREDIENTS 

  • Tortillas: use your favorite. I’ve used both corn and flour tortillas and they both work perfectly. You can always but the pre-made tostada shells too!
  • Non-stick cooking spray: makes the tostadas crispy. 
  • Refried beans
  • Lettuce: either romaine or Iceberg are good options. 
  • White onions: you could also use red or yellow onions depending on how mild or strong you like your onions. 
  • Shredded cheese: my favorite is cheddar but Jack cheese or a Mexican blend would also be delicious. 
  • Corn: fresh or canned. 
  • Jalapeños: use fresh or pickled depending on your preference and how much spice you want to add. 
  • Guacamole: this is my favorite part! Try my Homemade Guacamole recipe. It’s even better than Chipotle’s! 
  • Salsa: use your favorite red or green salsa. You can also add my homemade Pico de Gallo on top too!
  • Cilantro: adds fresh flavor.

HOW TO MAKE TOSTADAS

BAKE TORTILLAS. Spray tortillas with non-stick cooking spray on both sides. Place the tortillas on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes. Flip and bake for another 5 minutes or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy. Let cool for a few minutes.

COOK BEANS. Heat canned refried beans over the stove until warmed for a few minutes, or in the microwave. Stir until creamy and combined

ASSEMBLE. To assemble the tostadas, evenly spread about 1/4 cup of beans onto each tortilla, then top with lettuce, cheese, corn, onions, salsa, guacamole and jalapeños

tostadas

THESE TOSTADAS ARE 

  • Simple, delicious and can be made in less than 30 minutes. You can make these in 10 minutes if you use store bought tostada shells!
  • Layered with different elements from the creamy refried beans to crunchy lettuce and the chunky guacamole. Your taste buds are in for a treat! 
  • Easy to customize! You can stack your favorite protein on top to make these tostadas hearty and protein packed. 
  • Perfect for Taco Tuesdays! Add these to your menu along with my Taco Lettuce Wraps and my 30 Minute Cheesy Enchiladas. 

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  • Beef Stuffed Poblano Peppers
  • Shrimp Ceviche
  • 30 Minute Cheese Enchiladas 
  • Baked Chicken Nachos
  • Spicy Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas 
  • The Best Guacamole 

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What is the difference between a tostada and tortilla?

Tortillas are soft and made from a flour or corn base and used for a variety of different recipes. Tostadas have a light golden brown color and are crispy. Tostada shells can either be baked or fried and should resemble the same consistency of a tortilla chip.

How long do tostada shells last?

Plain tostada shells without any toppings on top will last about a week when stored in a large ziplock bag (make sure to remove as much air as you can from the bag). Leave them on the counter or a dry area. They should remain crispy and crunchy. You can always reheat them in the oven for a few minutes to warm them

Easy Tostada Recipe

This Easy Tostada Recipe is vegetarian and layered with beans, lettuce, cheese, salsa, guacamoleand jalapeños for the perfect lunch or dinner! 
5 from 9 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 tostadas
Author: Kathryn Donangelo

Ingredients

  • 4 flour or corn tortillas
  • non-stick cooking spray
  • 1 15 oz. can refried beans

Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 cup diced white onions
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese; shredded
  • 1/3 cup corn
  • sliced jalapeños
  • guacamole
  • salsa
  • cilantro

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray tortillas with non-stick cooking spray on both sides. Place the tortillas on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes. Flip and bake for another 5 minutes or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy. Let cool for a few minutes.
  • In the mean time, heat canned refried beans over the stove until warmed for a few minutes, or in the microwave. Stir until creamy and combined.
  • To assemble the tostadas, evenly spread about 1/4 cup of beans onto each tortilla, then top with lettuce, cheese, corn, onions, salsa, guacamole and jalapeños.
  • These toppings are all optional, please see blog notes for variations.
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  1. bernice@dishnthekitchen.com'Bernice Hill says

    April 5, 2021 at 2:35 pm

    5 stars
    I just can’t resist tostadas topped with refried beans…and all those great looking tasty veggie. Love this version of a healthy tostada.

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 6, 2021 at 8:34 pm

      This healthy version is so good and you can add any veggies on top!

      Reply
  2. askchefdennis@gmail.com'Chef Dennis says

    April 6, 2021 at 12:41 am

    5 stars
    I am going to change our menu for dinner tonight and will definitely make this Tostada Recipe! It looks really mouthwatering!

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 6, 2021 at 8:35 pm

      I hope you got a chance to make these tostadas and loved them!

      Reply
  3. foodnheal@gmail.com'FOODHEAL says

    April 6, 2021 at 2:54 am

    Wow, this recipe is great! with all these colors. I’ll be buying beans this evening, normally I make my own chappatis, we have to eat these tostadas!

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 6, 2021 at 8:35 pm

      Thank you!! This recipe is so easy, fresh and delicious!

      Reply
  4. gunjan@kiipfit.com'GUNJAN C Dudani says

    April 6, 2021 at 2:52 pm

    5 stars
    I did not know that tostadas can be so simple to make. Fortunately I had all the ingredients. I made it and loved it. I used flour flour tortilla since it was handy for me but have noted corn tortilla in my shopping list and next week I am making it again with corn tortilla. Love this recipe.

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 6, 2021 at 8:36 pm

      Love that! Thank you for trying my recipe and so glad you enjoyed these tostadas.

      Reply
  5. eleramona@hotmail.com'Ramona says

    April 7, 2021 at 11:15 am

    5 stars
    I have never made tostadas before and they look quite simple to make! This is something new that I am willing to try out for me and my family soon, thank you for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 7, 2021 at 3:00 pm

      You’re welcome, they really are so simple and easy! 🙂

      Reply
  6. eleramona@hotmail.com'Ramona says

    April 7, 2021 at 11:19 am

    5 stars
    I have never made tostadas before and they look super delicious! I am definitely willing to try these out for me and my family soon, thank you for sharing this recipe I cant wait to try this out

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 7, 2021 at 3:00 pm

      Thanks so much Ramona!

      Reply
  7. elaine@dishesdelish.com'Elaine says

    April 9, 2021 at 4:00 am

    5 stars
    One of the easiest tostada recipes that I’ve seen! I LOVE all of the ingredients – so yummy!

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 9, 2021 at 3:27 pm

      Thank you Elaine!!

      Reply
  8. silviatoday@gmail.com'silvia says

    April 10, 2021 at 5:07 pm

    5 stars
    As a Mexican, I can say I could live solely on tostadas. I love them, especially with beans, cheese, and salsa. The best of all is they are so versatile.

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 11, 2021 at 5:13 am

      Thank you Silvia, I agree you can add pretty much any of your tostada favorites to this recipe!

      Reply
  9. marwin.brown@gmail.com'Moop Brown says

    April 11, 2021 at 10:47 pm

    5 stars
    These tostadas seem like the perfect weeknight dish that’s super easy to make and something everyone will love. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 19, 2021 at 11:36 am

      These tostadas are sooo easy! I hope you love them!

      Reply
  10. veronika@thehealthfulideas.com'Veronika Sykorova says

    April 15, 2021 at 8:19 am

    These were delicious! Such an easy dinner yet super tasty! I can’t wait to make these for breakfast too!

    Reply
    • Kathryn Donangelo says

      April 19, 2021 at 11:36 am

      I never thought about making these for breakfast but what a great idea, you can even add a fried egg on top too!

      Reply
  11. dwweav118@aol.com'Bon says

    April 4, 2022 at 7:53 am

    Great recipe thank you for sharing! I followed the instructions as stated and it turned out great for me. I definitely recommend!

    Reply

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