Crispy Tostitos with Beans and Cheese
Kenneth Cadieux
July 08, 2026
Crispy Tostitos with Beans and Cheese is a bariatric-friendly, portion-controlled side dish built for life after weight loss surgery. This crispy tostitos with beans and cheese recipe supports gastric sleeve (VSG), gastric bypass, and GLP-1 patients with high-protein, low-volume portions that satisfy without overfilling a post-op stomach.
Ingredients
- 5 mini tortillas
- 1 tsp salt
- Cooking spray
- 1 Can Refried beans
- 1/4 Cup Mexican cheese
- 3 cilantro leaves
- 1/4 Cup Cotija cheese
Directions
Step 1:Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lay the 5 mini tortillas flat on a baking sheet.
Step 2: Season Tortillas
Sprinkle 1 tsp of salt over the tortillas and spray them with cooking spray.
Step 3: Toast Tortillas
Place the baking sheet in the oven and toast the tortillas for 5 minutes.
Step 4:Add Toppings
Spread refried beans evenly over the toasted tortillas. Then, sprinkle Mexican cheese on top.
Step 5: Garnish
Tear the cilantro leaves and scatter them over the tortillas. Finish by sprinkling cotija cheese on top. Enjoy your crispy Tostitos with beans and cheese. This delicious snack costs only about a dollar per serving.
Bariatric Portion & Prep Tips
Protein-first eating drives success after bariatric surgery. The American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery recommends prioritizing protein at every meal and stopping at the first sign of fullness. Prepping crispy tostitos with beans and cheese in a BariBowl portion-control container keeps servings post-op sized automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Crispy Tostitos with Beans and Cheese recipe bariatric-friendly?
Yes — this crispy tostitos with beans and cheese recipe is portion-controlled and protein-forward, designed for gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, and gastric band patients.
Can I eat crispy tostitos with beans and cheese after gastric sleeve surgery?
Once your surgeon clears you for the soft or regular food phase, portion-controlled crispy tostitos with beans and cheese fits well into a post-op bariatric diet.
How should I portion crispy tostitos with beans and cheese after weight loss surgery?
Start with a half-cup serving, eat slowly, and stop at the first sign of fullness — a portion-control container like the BariBowl makes this automatic.
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