Vegetarian Black Bean Hamburger Tostados

20m
Prep Time
15m
Cook Time
35m
Ready In


"I am anything but a vegetarian but I love this recipe! It uses Mexican flavoured vegetarian meatless hamburger (I like Yves Mexi grounf round) It is fun to put everything on the table and let everyone build their own tostados. You can use those stand alone taco shells if you wish. I like to heat my shells but watch they burn very easily. One of these is enough if you are not a big eater but I like to allow two per person. Sour cream is lovely on top with the avacado or I use 2% cottage cheese whipped. N.B. Because the vegetarian Mexi hamburger is not included in the nutritional inventory the nutritional analysis really wrong"

Original is 6 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (375.4 g)
  • Calories 757.1
  • Total Fat - 15.7 g
  • Saturated Fat - 4.9 g
  • Cholesterol - 15.8 mg
  • Sodium - 1062.1 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 98.9 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 23.6 g
  • Sugars - 12.9 g
  • Protein - 65.2 g
  • Calcium - 595.9 mg
  • Iron - 19 mg
  • Vitamin C - 63.9 mg
  • Thiamin - 1.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Over medium heat fry the garlic and peppers in the olive oil for about 3 minutes

Step 2

Add drained beans, mash them,mixing in the peppers and garlic. Add a bit of the reserved bean juice so you have a nice consistency

Step 3

Heat the vegetarian hamburger over medium heat stirring frequently

Step 4

When the beans are ready and the hamburger is heated through assemble your tostados

Step 5

Add 5 tablespoons of beans to the bottom of the shell, then 5 tablespoons of burger, next lettuce, tomatoes, then cheese and last salsa

Step 6

If using top with avacado and sour cream Enjoy

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • When choosing the Vegetable Protein Crumbles, look for a Mexican flavor for the best taste.
  • When picking the tortillas, make sure to use Tostado tortillas for the best results.

  • Substitute the Vegetable Protein Crumbles for cooked lentils: The benefit of this substitution is that lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and fiber. This is a healthier option than the Vegetable Protein Crumbles and is also a great way to add more plant-based ingredients to this recipe.
  • Substitute the Tostado tortillas for whole wheat tortillas: The benefit of this substitution is that whole wheat tortillas are a healthier option than Tostado tortillas. They are higher in fiber and provide more nutritional value than the Tostado tortillas.

Greek Tostados Replace the Mexican flavoured vegetarian meatless hamburger with Greek flavoured vegetarian meatless hamburger. Replace the cheddar cheese with feta cheese. Replace the salsa with a Greek tzatziki sauce. Top with cucumber, red onion, and olives.


Greek Pita Pockets Replace the Mexican flavoured vegetarian meatless hamburger with Greek flavoured vegetarian meatless hamburger. Replace the cheddar cheese with feta cheese. Replace the salsa with a Greek tzatziki sauce. Stuff the mixture into a pita pocket and top with cucumber, red onion, and olives.


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RECOMMENDED DISH DESCRIPTION: Mexican Rice Pilaf is the perfect accompaniment to Vegetarian Black Bean Hamburger Tostados. This flavorful side dish is made with long grain rice, bell peppers, onion, garlic, and Mexican-style spices. It adds a delicious, savory flavor to the meal, and the bright colors of the vegetables make it a beautiful addition to the plate.


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FAQ

Q: What is the best way to heat the tortillas?

A: The best way to heat the tortillas is to use a skillet over medium heat. Be careful not to leave the tortillas in the skillet for too long, as they can burn easily.



Q: What is the best way to store tortillas?

A: Tortillas should be stored in a cool, dry place, such as a pantry or cupboard. If you plan to use the tortillas within a few days, they can also be stored in the refrigerator. If you want to store them for longer, wrap them in plastic wrap or an airtight container and freeze them.

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Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: The term “tostado” is derived from the Spanish verb “tostar”, which means “to toast”. This term was first used in the 16th century by Spanish conquistadors.

Fun Fact 2: The vegetarian black bean hamburger tostados recipe is a favorite of famous vegetarian celebrity, Alicia Silverstone. She is known for her advocacy of vegan and vegetarian diets.