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Cauliflower Black Bean Tostadas with Queso and Pickled Onion Recipe

Cauliflower Black Bean Tostadas with Queso and Pickled Onion Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Description

These Cauliflower Black Bean Tostadas with Queso and Pickled Onion are a delicious and satisfying vegetarian meal. Roasted cauliflower, mashed black beans, tangy pickled red onions, and creamy queso fresco come together on crispy tostada shells for a flavorful dish bursting with Mexican-inspired flavors.


Ingredients

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Cauliflower:

  • 1 small head cauliflower, cut into small florets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Black Bean Mash:

  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice

Additional Toppings:

  • 8 small corn tostada shells
  • 1 cup crumbled queso fresco
  • 1/2 cup pickled red onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roast Cauliflower: Toss cauliflower with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and browned.
  3. Prepare Black Bean Mash: Mash black beans with lime juice and salt.
  4. Warm Tostada Shells: Warm tostada shells according to package instructions.
  5. Assemble Tostadas: Spread black bean mash on each shell, top with roasted cauliflower, queso fresco, pickled red onions, cilantro. Add sour cream if desired and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • To make quick pickled onions, thinly slice a red onion and soak in a mixture of 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup water, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt for at least 30 minutes.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Roasting, Assembly
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tostadas
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg