Crispy Black Bean & Roasted Sweet Potato Tostadas with Cilantro Crema

These one-pot tostadas feature crispy black beans and sweet roasted potatoes, all topped with a zesty homemade cilantro crema. Perfect for a quick, satisfying weeknight meal packed with flavor and plant-based protein.

⏱️ 30 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 385 calories
Crispy Black Bean & Roasted Sweet Potato Tostadas with Cilantro Crema
Ingredients
  • 2 cups sweet potato, diced small
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1.5 cups black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 8 pieces corn tostada shells
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 piece garlic clove, minced
  • 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 0.25 cup crumbled queso fresco (optional)
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Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large oven-safe skillet, toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Spread in an even layer.

🌡️ 425°F
2

Roast sweet potatoes in the skillet for 12 minutes, stirring once halfway through.

⏱️ 12 minutes 🌡️ 425°F
3

Add black beans and remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet. Stir to combine, then roast for another 5 minutes until beans are heated and sweet potatoes are tender.

⏱️ 5 minutes 🌡️ 425°F
4

While the skillet is in the oven, blend sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl or food processor to make the cilantro crema.

⏱️ 2 minutes
5

Lay tostada shells on plates. Top each with a layer of shredded lettuce, the sweet potato-black bean mixture, red onion, a drizzle of cilantro crema, and queso fresco if using. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Information

385
Calories
13g
Protein
56g
Carbs
12g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Use a plant-based sour cream and skip the queso fresco or use vegan cheese.

Warm the tostada shells in the oven at 350°F for 3-4 minutes before assembling.

Fresh sweet potatoes are best for texture, but drained and diced canned sweet potatoes can work in a pinch—just reduce roasting time.

Yes, as long as you use certified gluten-free corn tostada shells.

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