Lump Crab Meat Tostadas
Dive into the fresh, zesty flavors of Lump Crab Meat Tostadas, a quick and elegant dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or a light, flavorful dinner. These crispy tostada shells are layered with creamy lime-kissed avocado, sweet and tender lump crab meat, and a vibrant homemade salsa made with cherry tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Drizzled with a tangy sour cream and hot sauce mixture, each bite is a harmonious blend of creamy, crunchy, and zesty textures with just the right hint of spice. With minimal prep time and a gorgeous presentation, this easy seafood tostada recipe is as effortless as it is impressive. Whether you're entertaining or elevating a weeknight meal, these tostadas are sure to be a standout.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Tostada shells
- 16 ounces Lump crab meat
- 2 large Avocado
- 2 large Lime
- 0.5 large Red onion
- 1 medium Jalapeño
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
Instructions
Prepare the crab: Carefully pick through the lump crab meat to remove any shell fragments. Set the crab meat aside in a bowl.
Make the avocado mixture: Pit and scoop the avocado flesh into a medium bowl. Mash until mostly smooth. Squeeze the juice of one lime over the avocado and mix well. Add a pinch of salt and set aside.
Prepare the toppings: Finely dice the red onion and jalapeño. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Roughly chop the cilantro. Combine these ingredients in a small bowl and add a dash of lime juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make a simple salsa.
Toast the tostada shells: If the shells are not pre-toasted, place them on a baking sheet and warm in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 3-5 minutes until crisp.
Build the tostadas: Spread a layer of the avocado mixture on each tostada shell. Evenly distribute the lump crab meat on top of the avocado.
Top with salsa: Spoon the prepared salsa over the crab meat on each tostada.
Prepare the drizzle: In a small bowl, mix sour cream, the juice of the remaining lime, and hot sauce until smooth. Drizzle over the tostadas for added creaminess and tang.
Serve immediately: Arrange tostadas on a platter and serve fresh. Garnish with extra cilantro, lime wedges, or a sprinkle of salt if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2578 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.3 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.3 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 298 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 5512 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.3 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.1 g | 186% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.8 g | ||
| Protein | 112.1 g | 224% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 783 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 4627 mg | 98% | |
*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.
