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Breakfast / 50 Meals Under 500 Calories

Breakfast Tostada with Black Beans & Salsa

Using tostada shells keeps this breakfast crunchy and satisfying without needing much oil or cheese.

Breakfast Tostada with Black Beans & Salsa recipe
Prep7
Cook8
Total15
Servings2

Ingredients

  • 2 corn tostada shells
  • 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 Tbsp prepared salsa
  • 1/4 avocado, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp olive oil or nonstick spray
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime

Instructions

  1. Warm the black beans in a small saucepan or in the microwave with 1 Tbsp of water.
  2. Lightly mash them with a fork.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
  4. Crack in the eggs and scramble until just set.
  5. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Place the tostada shells on plates.
  7. Spread the warm beans over each shell.
  8. Divide the scrambled eggs between the tostadas.
  9. Top with salsa and avocado slices.
  10. Finish with cilantro or lime juice if desired and serve right away so the tostadas stay crisp.

Gourmet Geek Tip

Warm the black beans before assembling so the tostada stays hot longer. | Add the salsa just before serving to keep the tostada crisp. | Serve with fresh fruit, sliced avocado, or a small bowl of Greek yogurt.

Equipment

Small skillet • Small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl • Fork or potato masher • Spatula • Knife & cutting board