Black Bean Tostadas with Green Apple Salsa

Crispy tostada shells topped with seasoned black beans and a sweet-tart salsa made with Granny Smith apples.

For the Apple Salsa:
1 cup chopped Granny Smith apple
1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
½ tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
Kosher salt

For the Black Beans and Serving:
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped red onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4-6 tostada shells
Grated cheddar or monterey jack cheese (or both)
Lime wedges, for serving (optional)

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