Easy Crab Tostadas
Dive into the vibrant flavors of the coast with these Easy Crab Tostadas, a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining! Loaded with fresh or canned lump crab meat, creamy avocado slices, and a zesty blend of lime, cilantro, and jalapeño, these tostadas are a refreshing burst of flavor and texture in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and a crispy corn tortilla base, this recipe delivers a deliciously crunchy canvas for the savory crab mixture, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes and a hint of spice. Serve these tostadas with lime wedges for an extra citrus kick and enjoy a light, low-effort meal that feels like a gourmet treat. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe is an easy crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with a chilled margarita or your favorite summer salad!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Fresh or canned lump crab meat
- 4 pieces Small corn tostadas
- 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Fresh lime juice
- 1 small Jalapeño, finely diced
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp Red onion, finely diced
- 8 pieces Cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil (optional for brushing tostadas)
Instructions
If using pre-made tostadas, move to the next step. If making your own, lightly brush small corn tortillas with olive oil on both sides and bake in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 4 to 5 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
In a medium bowl, combine the lump crab meat, mayonnaise, lime juice, jalapeño, cilantro, red onion, cherry tomatoes, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently to avoid breaking up the crab meat too much.
Taste the crab mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you like more heat, add an extra finely diced jalapeño or a pinch of chili flakes.
Place the tostadas on serving plates and spoon the crab mixture evenly over each tostada.
Top with slices of avocado and garnish with extra cilantro if desired.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.1 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 2397 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.5 g | ||
| Protein | 61.9 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 5381 mg | 114% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
