Flavorful Pinto Bean and Ground Turkey Tostadas

Ingredients

• Ground turkey (1 pound)
• Pinto beans (1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed)
• Lime (1, juiced)
• Cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Sour cream (1/2 cup)
• Avocado (1, sliced)
• Tomato (1, diced)
• Lettuce (2 cups, shredded)
• Salt (to taste)
• Pepper (to taste)
• Chili powder (1 teaspoon)
• Cumin (1 teaspoon)
• Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
• Onion (1, diced)
• Tostada shells (8)

Instructions

1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add the ground turkey and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring the turkey is well-seasoned.
4. Mix in the pinto beans and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine all flavors.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. Arrange the tostada shells on a baking sheet and warm them in the oven for about 5 minutes until crispy.
7. To assemble each tostada, spread a generous layer of the pinto bean and ground turkey mixture onto each shell.
8. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, sliced avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
9. Drizzle with fresh lime juice before serving for an extra burst of flavor. Enjoy immediately!