MEXICAN PITA TOSTADAS

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Enjoy your dinner with pita tostadas made with Progresso® black beans - perfect for Mexican cuisine that are ready in 15 minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 can (15 ounces) Progresso™ black beans, drained and 3 tablespoons liquid reserved
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
4 white or whole wheat pita breads (6 inches in diameter)
1 small bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 medium green onions, sliced (2 tablespoons)
1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 cup shredded lettuce
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salsa, if desired
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

Place beans, reserved bean liquid, cumin, chili powder and red pepper in blender or food processor. Cover and blend on high speed until smooth. Spread bean mixture on pita breads.
Top with bell pepper, onions, cheese, lettuce and cilantro. Serve with salsa. Garnish with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 59 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 9 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 870 mg