Bean Tostada

A Bean Tostada is a classic Mexican dish featuring a crispy, fried or toasted corn tortilla base topped with a layer of refried beans, fresh lettuce, cheese, salsa, and often avocado or crema. It's a versatile and popular street food and home-cooked meal throughout Mexico and Mexican-American cuisine.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the corn tortilla and beans, with a good amount of plant-based protein and fiber from the beans. A standard serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, depending on the toppings and whether the tortilla is fried or baked.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	450 mg
Iron	3 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin A	450 IU
Vitamin C	8 mg
Folate	100 mcg
Magnesium	55 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg

Per 1 tostada (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The tostada's name literally means 'toasted' in Spanish, highlighting its essential crispy base. Nutritionally, the combination of corn and beans forms a complete protein, a traditional Mesoamerican practice that provides all essential amino acids.