Description
Ground Beef Tostadas are the perfect blend of crunchy, savory, and fresh. This easy-to-make dish features seasoned ground beef piled high on crispy tostada shells, topped with vibrant ingredients like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and zesty salsa. In just 35 minutes, you can create a flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a casual dinner or a festive gathering. Customize your tostadas with your favorite toppings or add beans for extra heartiness. Get ready for an interactive dining experience that brings everyone together to build their own delicious creations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 8 tostada shells
- 1 cup refried beans (optional)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup salsa
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in oil until soft. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- If using refried beans, heat them separately.
- Assemble tostadas by spreading refried beans (if using) on each shell and topping with seasoned beef, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and salsa.
- Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tostada (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg