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Cooking at Home - Tostadas Delgadas

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Closeup of a tostada delgadas. Other foods are indistinct in the background.

Makes: 8 servings

Cook Time: 17 minutes

Crisp tortillas, refried beans, and layers of fresh veggies make this a tasty and healthy vegetarian option.

Ingredients

  • 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
  • 2 cups refried beans (fat-free)
  • 2 cups lettuce (shredded)
  • 1 cup tomatoes (diced)
  • 1 cup cheese (shredded)
  • green onions (chopped, optional)

Directions

  1. Turn on oven to 350 °F.
  2. Place tortillas on a cookie sheet and put in oven for 10 minutes or until crispy.
  3. Wash lettuce and tomatoes. Shred lettuce and dice tomatoes
  4. Spread two large tablespoons of refried beans on each tortilla.
  5. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. Add green onions if desired.
  6. Serve immediately and refrigerate leftovers.

Source: The Texas A&M University System, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 tostada (160g)

NutrientsAmount
Total Calories246
Total Fat9 g
Saturated Fat4 g
Cholesterol14 mg
Sodium628 mg
Carbohydrates31 g
Dietary Fiber5 g
Total Sugars3 g
Added Sugars included1 g
Protein10 g
Vitamin D0 mcg
Calcium190 mg
Iron3 mg
Potassium328 mg