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!