About this recipe

Homemade tostadas are a cinch to make and oh-so-satisfying. Tostadas are a traditional Mexican dish with strong ties to the region of Oaxaca. They typically involve a toasted or fried tortilla topped with beans, protein, veggies and cheese, along with finishing touches like crema, sour cream, cilantro and fresh lime. Now what about drizzling them with vegan chipotle ranch? Not exactly traditional, but we think it’s a delicious spin where you can easily bring a lot of flavor and richness using minimal ingredients.

So, for this recipe, you can go homemade or store-bought fried tostada shells (we won’t judge). Frying your own tortillas isn’t too scary, and hey, it’s a great way to rescue those stale corn tortillas in your pantry. You can also coat your tortillas lightly in oil and make air fryer tostadas – crispy perfection awaits! Top your crunchy tortillas with smashed chipotle black beans, vibrant cabbage slaw and creamy Just Chipotle Ranch dressing. If making the slaw feels like too much, shredded lettuce and a squeeze of lime work wonders too.

These vegan tostadas are endlessly versatile and delightfully impossible to eat gracefully. Just dig in with your hands and embrace the delicious mess. Perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight bite, especially when Mexican food cravings hit. Another idea: add some eggs and take it in the breakfast taco direction – genius, right? Find more easy plant-based recipes like this on our cookbook homepage.