Beef and Black Bean Tostadas with Avocado Crema
Easy, quick, family friendly, and delicious weeknight meal that can also be prepped ahead for a quick meal on the go! All of the ingredients will last for about three days if you’re meal prepping this one.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 8 gf tostada shells
- 1- 15 oz can refried black beans
- Taco seasoning or use the following ingredients to make your own
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 tsp pepper
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced (I used Roma)
- 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 small lime)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 2 large avocados
- 1/2 cup vegan yogurt (I used cashew)
- 1/4 cup red onion
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 small lime)
- 1 tbsp cilantro leaves
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Optional jalapeños or red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and toast the tostada shells, about five minutes.Put the tomatoes, 1/2 cup red onion, 1/4 cup cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl and mix.Be sure to remove the tostado shells. :)Next, add the avocados, vegan yogurt, 1/4 cup red onion, garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp cilantro, and 1/2 tsp salt to a blender and blend until smooth. You can add jalapeño and/or red pepper flakes for heat. You can also add more vegan yogurt to make it creamier if you wish.In a large pan, brown the beef. Drain the fat from the pan. Add 1/4 cup of water and the taco seasoning (chili powder, dried oregano, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper) and stir until combined.Layer the black beans, beef, avocado crema, pico, and additional toppings of choice (I chose jalapeños) and enjoy. 🤍