Black Bean Sweet Potato Tostadas (Printer-Friendly)

Crisp tostadas loaded with smoky sweet potatoes, lime-kissed black beans, corn, creamy avocado, and crumbled feta. A vibrant meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables & Legumes

01 - 1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
02 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
03 - 1/2 cup corn, frozen or canned
04 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
05 - 1 avocado, sliced

→ Seasonings & Oils

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
08 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
10 - 1 lime, juiced

→ Base & Toppings

11 - 8 tostada shells, gluten-free if needed
12 - 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, optional
13 - Hot sauce, for serving, optional

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - In a mixing bowl, toss the diced sweet potato with olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread sweet potato cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
04 - While sweet potato roasts, heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add black beans and corn. Warm through, stirring occasionally, about 4 to 5 minutes.
05 - Remove saucepan from heat. Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
06 - To assemble, layer each tostada shell with a generous spoonful of the black bean and corn mixture, then top with roasted sweet potato cubes.
07 - Add sliced avocado and sprinkle with feta cheese if using.
08 - Serve immediately, with hot sauce on the side if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The contrast between crispy tostada shells and creamy roasted sweet potato makes every bite exciting
  • You get that restaurant style presentation with barely any effort
  • Everything roasts on one sheet pan while the beans warm up
02 -
  • Do not crowd the sweet potato on the baking sheet or they will steam instead of roast
  • Let the roasted potatoes cool for just a couple of minutes before assembling so they do not make the shells soggy
03 -
  • Make the roasted sweet potato ahead and store in the refrigerator, then just reheat before serving
  • Warm the tostada shells in the oven for 2 to 3 minutes before assembling for extra crunch
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