Beef and Potato Tostadas with Crunchy Shells
Beef and Potato Tostadas with Crunchy Shells bring together well-seasoned ground beef and tender diced potato on crisp tostada bases, topped with cool lettuce, briny black olives, and melty Mexican cheese. The contrast of textures and bold taco-style flavors makes this a crowd-pleasing choice for casual weeknight dinners or a fun build-your-own taco night.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Break up the beef in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat until the fat begins to render, about 2 minutes. Stir in the potatoes and cook for 10 minutes. Mix in the taco seasoning and cook for 2 more minutes.
- 2
Distribute the beef mixture, lettuce, olives, and Mexican cheese blend evenly over the tostada shells.
- Calories 358.82 kcal Moderate
- Protein 17.31 g Good Source
- Carbs 19.61 g Moderate
- Total Fat 22.54 g High
- Saturated Fat 9.62 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 66.52 mg High
- Sodium 690.15 mg High
- Fiber 2.49 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.5 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.81 g Low Source
- Calcium 131.66 mg Moderate
- Iron 2.55 mg Moderate
- Potassium 200.12 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 85.68 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 7.13 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.1 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Beef and Potato Tostadas with Crunchy Shells is a Tex Mex dinner recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 30 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Ground Beef, Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend, Russet Potato, and Shredded Lettuce. Each serving provides about 358.82 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Beef and Potato Tostadas with Crunchy Shells?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Beef and Potato Tostadas with Crunchy Shells made of?
- The main ingredients are Ground Beef, Mexican Shredded Cheese Blend, Russet Potato, Shredded Lettuce, Sliced Black Olives. The full list of 7 is above.
- What goes well with Beef and Potato Tostadas with Crunchy Shells?
- Explore these Tex-Mex side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Beef and Potato Tostadas with Crunchy Shells?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 358.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Beef and Potato Tostadas with Crunchy Shells easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 2 steps.
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