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Easy Ground Beef Tostadas

Crispy Easy Ground Beef Tostadas That Steal the Show

These Easy Ground Beef Tostadas are quick to prepare, customizable, and pack a punch of flavor, making them ideal for satisfying weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 tostadas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (90/10)
  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes drained
  • 1 medium white onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder use mild for kids
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly
  • 1 can refried beans
  • 8 pieces tostada shells store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 2 medium chopped tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack/qeso fresco
  • 1 small chopped onion green onion optional

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Saucepan
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather your fresh toppings: slice lettuce, chop tomatoes, and dice onion. Prepare shredded cheese.
  2. Warm refried beans in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until creamy.
  3. In a skillet, heat oil, sauté onion until translucent, add ground beef, season, and cook until browned.
  4. Add drained tomatoes to beef mixture and cook until liquid evaporates.
  5. Assemble tostadas: spread beans on shells, top with beef, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and onions.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tostadaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with additional toppings like guacamole or pickled jalapeños for extra flavor.

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