High Protein Classic Mexican Tostada
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this **High Protein Classic Mexican Tostada**, a vibrant and nutritious twist on a beloved Mexican favorite. Packed with lean ground turkey and hearty black beans, this recipe is a powerhouse of protein while staying delightfully light and satisfying. Each crisp tostada shell is layered with a flavorful turkey-bean base, zesty cumin and chili seasoning, fresh toppings like shredded lettuce, diced cherry tomatoes, creamy sliced avocado, and a touch of aromatic cilantro. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s perfect for busy days and customizable with optional toppings like sour cream, jalapeños, or grated cheese. Squeeze over some fresh lime juice to tie all the flavors together! Whether you're cooking for a crowd or simply craving a quick and healthy meal, this tostada delivers big taste and balanced nutrition in every bite. Keywords: high-protein recipe, Mexican-inspired dinner, healthy tostada recipe, quick and easy meals, customizable tostadas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground turkey (lean)
- 1 can canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 8 pieces tostada shells
- 200 grams cherry tomatoes (diced)
- 150 grams lettuce (shredded)
- 2 pieces avocado (sliced)
- 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
- 30 grams fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 pieces lime (wedges)
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 100 grams sour cream (optional)
- 1 piece jalapeño slices (optional, for topping)
- 100 grams cheese (grated, optional)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped red onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the drained black beans, cumin powder, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes or until the spices are well integrated and the mixture is heated through.
While the turkey mixture is cooking, prepare the toppings: dice the cherry tomatoes, shred the lettuce, slice the avocado, and chop the cilantro.
Once the turkey and bean mixture is done, set it aside and warm the tostada shells in a preheated oven at 180°C (355°F) for about 3 minutes or until crisp.
To assemble the tostadas, spread a generous spoonful of the turkey and bean mixture onto each tostada shell.
Top with shredded lettuce, diced cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
If desired, add a dollop of sour cream, a few jalapeño slices, and grated cheese for extra flavor.
Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tostadas before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.6 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.8 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 507 mg | 169% | |
| Sodium | 4143 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 242.7 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 59.1 g | 211% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.6 g | ||
| Protein | 171.3 g | 343% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1363 mg | 105% | |
| Iron | 22.2 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 5146 mg | 109% | |
*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.
