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A delicious plate of Summer Vegetable Tostadas

Summer Vegetable Tostadas

These quick and easy summer vegetable tostadas are perfect for a light and flavorful meal, loaded with fresh produce and cheesy goodness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 tostadas
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetable Mixture
  • 1 tsp olive oil For sautéing the vegetables
  • 0.5 cup chopped red onion Adds a sweet and savory base
  • 1 clove large clove garlic Minced for maximum flavor release
  • 1 medium zucchini Diced into small pieces for even cooking
  • 1 medium red pepper Adds color and a touch of sweetness
  • 1 cup corn kernels Use fresh or thawed frozen corn
  • 1 tsp ground cumin Essential for a warm, earthy flavor
  • 1 tsp paprika For a mild, smoky flavor and color
  • 0.5 tsp salt Adjust to your preference
  • 0.125 tsp black pepper Freshly ground is always best
Tostada Assembly
  • 8 count tostadas Crispy corn tortillas, readily available
  • 1 can refried beans Warm gently before spreading
  • 1.5 cup shredded cheese Cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend

Equipment

  • Large Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil, chopped red onion, and a pinch of salt. Cook the onions for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Add the minced garlic, diced zucchini, diced red pepper, corn kernels, ground cumin, paprika, the remaining salt, and black pepper to the pan. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
  3. While the vegetables are cooking, preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
  4. Spread about 1/4 cup of refried beans evenly on each tostada. Top each with approximately 1/3 cup of the cooked vegetable mixture and 1-2 tablespoons of shredded cheese.
  5. Place the assembled tostadas in the preheated oven and bake for about 5 minutes, or until the refried beans are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve immediately, topping with any desired additional toppings such as sour cream, salsa, or avocado just before eating.

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings like avocado, salsa, or a dollop of sour cream. This recipe yields 8-10 tostadas, depending on how generously you load them.