Smashed Black Bean & Chicken Tostadas
with Green Pepper, Pico de Gallo & Vegan Chipotle Lime Sauce
Smashed Black Bean & Chicken Tostadas
Crispy tostadas topped with smashed black beans and chicken, then finished with green pepper, fresh pico de gallo, and a smoky vegan chipotle lime sauce.
Ingredients
For 2 servings
- 1 unit Black Beans
- 10 ounce Chicken Breast Strips
- ¼ ounce Cilantro
- 6 unit Flour Tortillas
- 1 unit Lime
- 1 unit Long Green Pepper
- ½ cup Mexican Cheese Blend
- 1 tablespoon Southwest Spice Blend
- 1 unit Tex-Mex Paste
- 1 unit Tomato
- 4 tablespoon Vegan Chipotle Mayonnaise
- 1 unit Yellow Onion
Additional Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 2 teaspoon Cooking Oil
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Pepper
- Salt

Swaps and substitutions
For dairy-free needs, skip the cheese and use an extra spoonful of the chipotle lime sauce, since the recipe already leans creamy. For gluten-free eating, replace the flour tortillas with certified gluten-free tostadas or wraps; for vegetarian meals, swap the chicken for more black beans or seasoned mushrooms.
What to serve with it
Serve with a crisp green salad, extra lime wedges, or a simple fruit side to balance the smoky, savory flavors. A chilled lager, agua fresca, or sparkling water with citrus also fits well with the crunchy tostada texture.







