Lifestyle
Kick-start your day with vegan tostadas with refried beans
Whether you’re vegan or just craving something healthy and plant-based, these tostadas are the ultimate breakfast treat.
Today is World Vegetarian Day, the perfect time to explore a plant-based lifestyle, whether you’re looking to go fully vegetarian or simply incorporate more plant-based meals into your routine. You don’t have to overhaul your diet overnight; starting small with meal replacements can be a great way to ease into the transition. Plus, with so many delicious vegetarian options available today, making the switch can be both easy and enjoyable!
Vegan tostadas combine hearty refried beans, sautéed mushrooms, crispy hash browns, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy avocado slices for a delicious plant-based option that’ll fuel you through the morning. Recipe compliments of The South African Avocado Growers’ Association.
Ingredients
- 8 tortillas
- 2 ripe avocados
- 150g refried beans
- 200g grilled mushrooms
- 200g new potatoes, roasted
- 200g cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salsa and coriander to serve
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°c and spray two large baking sheets with cooking spray.
- Lightly spray both sides of the tortillas with cooking spray and place them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Lightly season with salt.
- Bake for 5 minutes, flip over and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until the tortillas are crispy.
- To serve: peel and slice the ripe avocados. Place a spoonful of the refried beans onto the tostadas, and top with the remaining ingredients.
- Garnish with fresh coriander and serve with salsa of your choice.
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