Tuna Tostadas

Fresh, flavorful, and packed with protein, these tuna tostadas are the perfect snack or light meal.

With a zesty lime dressing, crispy tortillas, and creamy avocado, every bite is a delight.

Customizable with your favorite toppings, this dish is sure to become a new favorite.

Ingredients

• 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup of diced red onion
• 1/4 cup of diced fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup of diced fresh scallions
• 1/4 cup of lime juice
• 1/4 cup of olive oil
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 (5-ounce) can of tuna packed in water, drained
• 4 corn tortillas
• Optional toppings: diced radishes, diced avocado, sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce

Instructions

Drain and rinse the can of black beans, then set aside. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

Add the diced red onion, cilantro, and scallions to the bowl and toss to combine.

Open the can of tuna and drain the liquid. Flake the tuna into the bowl with the onion mixture and gently fold until combined.

Cut the avocado into small pieces and gently fold into the tuna mixture.

Warm the corn tortillas by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds. Assemble the tostadas by spooning the tuna mixture onto a tortilla and topping with desired toppings.

Serve immediately.

Notes

Make sure to rinse the black beans thoroughly to remove excess sodium from the canning process.

Don’t overmix the tuna mixture, as it can become mushy – gentle folds are key! Use fresh and high-quality ingredients, especially the lime juice, as it brings a lot of flavor to the dish.

When assembling the tostadas, consider toasting the tortillas in a dry pan for a crisper texture, if desired.

Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings, but be mindful of the delicate flavor of the tuna.

For an added crunch, top with toasted pepitas or chopped fresh chives for added texture and freshness.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 3.5g
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sodium: 350mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 36g
• Dietary Fiber: 6g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 30g