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Vegetable Tostadas

A flavorful and vibrant Mexican dish, Vegetable Tostadas are a perfect way to enjoy the freshness of roasted vegetables on a crispy corn tortilla, topped with creamy avocado, sour cream, and a sprinkle of queso fresco.
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MEDIUM
Prep: 30-40 mins
Cook: 20-25 mins
Serves: 4
Author: Kairos23

4.4 / 5 (873)


Ingredients

Produce
  • zucchini

    2 medium

  • bell peppers

    2 large

  • onions

    1 large

  • tomatoes

    2 large

Grains
  • corn tortillas

    8 tortillas

Dairy/Eggs
  • sour cream

    1 cup

  • queso fresco

    1 cup

Pantry
  • cumin

    a pinch

  • chili powder

    a pinch

  • salt

    to taste

  • pepper

    to taste

  • olive oil

    2 tablespoons

Miscellaneous
  • avocado

    2 avocados

  • cilantro

    a handful


Instructions

  • 1
    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

    To start, preheat your oven to ensure it's ready for roasting the vegetables. This step is crucial as it sets the temperature needed for even cooking.

  • 2
    Prepare the vegetables by slicing the zucchini, bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

    For this recipe, it's essential to have all the vegetables ready and cut into sizes that will cook uniformly. This includes slicing the zucchini, bell peppers, and onions into manageable pieces and halving or quartering the tomatoes, depending on their size.

  • 3
    Toss the vegetables with olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.

    In a large bowl, gently toss the prepared vegetables with olive oil, a pinch of cumin, a pinch of chili powder, salt, and pepper until they are evenly coated. Then, spread them out on a baking sheet to ensure they have enough room to roast properly.

  • 4
    Roast the vegetables in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are tender.

    Place the baking sheet with the vegetables into the preheated oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to achieve even roasting.

  • 5
    While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the tortillas by lightly frying them in a skillet.

    In a large skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Once hot, place a tortilla in the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds on each side, until it's lightly browned and crispy. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.

  • 6
    Assemble the tostadas by spreading a layer of sour cream on each tortilla, followed by roasted vegetables, diced avocado, a sprinkle of queso fresco, and a garnish of cilantro.

    To assemble the tostadas, start by spreading a small amount of sour cream on each fried tortilla. Then, add a spoonful of the roasted vegetables on top of the sour cream. Next, dice an avocado and add it on top of the vegetables. Sprinkle a bit of queso fresco over the avocado and finally garnish with a handful of cilantro for freshness and color.

Ratings & Reviews

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Reviews

  • GwenE1990

    Alright, lets get this fiesta started! I just made these veg tostadas and they're a real treat. The roasted veggies are all nice and tender, and that sour cream and queso fresco combo is everything. I mean, who needs guac when you have sour cream, amirite? But seriously, the avo does add a nice creamy touch. Only downside is I had to tone down the chili powder big time, cos lets be real, I'm a spice wimp. Overall, these tostadas are a yummy and relatively easy meal to whip up. Would tostada again

  • caerus44

    Oh zut, I must say I'm a tad déçu by this recipe, no? I mean, Vegetable Tostadas, c'est très bien, but really, it's not exactly what I'd call haute cuisine, n'est-ce pas? The flavors, they are là, but it's all so... straightforward. No complexity, no je ne sais quoi. And don't even get me started on the lactose - all that sour cream and queso fresco, mon dieu, it's like a nightmare for my poor intestines! Now, I must admit, I do love a good roast vegetable, and the idea of putting them on a crispy tortilla, c'est pas mal. But really, I think I'd have to give it a bit of a French twist, vous see. Maybe some non-dairy sour cream, a sprinkle of paprika, and a drizzle of that lovely olive oil. Voilà, now that would be something. But as it stands, I'm afraid I can only give it 3 étoiles. Perhaps with a bit of experimentation, I could turn it into something truly délicieux...

  • RohanTheCoder

    While I appreciate the effort put into this recipe for Vegetable Tostadas, I must say it doesn't quite align with my personal taste preferences. As a lover of spicy dishes, I find this recipe somewhat lacking in heat. The use of chili powder is a good start, but it's not enough to satisfy my craving for bold flavors. Furthermore, the inclusion of sour cream and queso fresco makes this dish less suitable for me due to my lactose intolerance. However, I do appreciate the detail and clarity of the instructions, which suggests that the author has a meticulous approach to cooking, much like my own approach to coding and programming. With some modifications to accommodate my dairy-free and spicier requirements, this recipe could be a promising starting point.

  • AkiraM95

    I try make Vegetable Tostadas, very delicious! But I must say, I change some ingredient. I no use sour cream because I lactose intolerant, I use vegan sour cream instead. I like cumin and chili powder, give nice flavor. Queso fresco also yummy, but next time I try use lactose free cheese or make myself. The roasted vegetable so colorful and tasty, I love avocado on top. I think this recipe very versatile, I can try add some Japanese ingredient like sesame oil or furikake to give it more Asian flavor. Overall, I give 4 star, minus one star because I must modify to fit my diet. But I recommend to everyone who like Mexican food and want to try something new.

  • SofiRG99

    🌯️😍 I just made this recipe and it's AMAZING!!! 🤩 I love Mexican cuisine and this Vegetable Tostadas recipe is a must-try!!! 🌟 The combination of roasted vegetables, crispy tortilla, creamy avocado, and spicy queso fresco is 😋. I like that it's not too complicated to make, the steps are easy to follow, even for someone like me who is not a native English speaker 🙏. The only thing I would change is to add some extra chili powder to make it even spicier 🔥! Overall, this recipe is a 5-star winner 🏆! 👏

  • KrisKow

    I found this Vegetable Tostadas recipe to be lacking in one crucial aspect: the absence of meat. As a self-proclaimed meat-lover, I found the dish to be somewhat unsatisfying. However, I must commend the simplicity and clarity of the instructions, which even a non-native English speaker such as myself could follow with ease. Unfortunately, the use of sour cream and queso fresco poses a problem for me due to my lactose intolerance. Perhaps a lactose-free alternative could be suggested in the recipe to cater to individuals with similar dietary restrictions. Overall, while the recipe showcases a good understanding of flavors and textures, it does not align with my personal preferences.

  • LeyLey90

    I like this Vegetable Tostadas recipe, it look delicioso! I like how it have many colors, like rainbow on the plate. I need to make little change for my diet, maybe use halal sour cream or make own sour cream from almond milk or coconut milk. The ingredients are simple and easy to find, like zucchini, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes. I like to roast them in the oven, very clever idea. I want to try this recipe as soon as possible and make it my own with some Middle Eastern touch, insha'Allah. Maybe I can add some sumac or tahini sauce on top, wallah it will be amazing!

  • MeiMei85

    As a pescatarian, I must admit that this recipe for Vegetable Tostadas did not particularly resonate with me, given the absence of any seafood ingredients. However, I can appreciate the effort that has gone into crafting this dish, and the attention to detail in the instructions is commendable. The use of roasted vegetables, creamy avocado, and queso fresco is a nice touch, and the overall presentation of the tostadas sounds appealing. That being said, I would have appreciated more precision in the cooking time and temperature, as well as more suggestions for alternative ingredients or variations. Overall, while this recipe is not suited to my personal tastes, I recognize its potential and would likely adapt it to incorporate some pescatarian-friendly elements, such as grilled salmon or tilapia.

  • DenmarkDude99

    I like this recipe for Vegetable Tostadas. It is easy to follow and make. The flavors from the roasted vegetables, creamy avocado, and sour cream are very good together. I like that it doesn't have any shellfish, so it is okay for me to eat. The only thing I might change is to add some kind of meat, maybe some Mexican-style sausage or chicken, to make it more like a complete meal. Overall, it is a tasty and easy recipe to make.