Mediterranean Diet Tuna Tostada
Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this quick and healthy Mediterranean Diet Tuna Tostada recipe! Featuring crispy whole-grain tostada shells topped with a refreshing mix of olive oil-packed tuna, juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, tangy Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese, this dish is a light yet satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner. A zesty homemade dressing made with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil ties all the Mediterranean-inspired ingredients together beautifully. Layered over a bed of crisp romaine lettuce and garnished with fresh parsley, these tostadas are ready in under 20 minutes and are sure to impress with their bold, wholesome taste. Perfect for those seeking a quick, nutritious meal packed with heart-healthy ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Tostada shells (whole grain if available)
- 2 cans Canned tuna (packed in olive oil, drained)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Romaine lettuce, shredded
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the tostada shells on a baking sheet and bake for 3-5 minutes, or until crisp and slightly warm. Remove and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the tuna mixture and gently toss to combine. Add the chopped parsley and stir again.
To assemble the tostadas, place a small handful of shredded romaine lettuce on each tostada shell.
Top the lettuce with the tuna mixture, divided evenly among the 4 tostadas.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Mediterranean Diet Tuna Tostadas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1757 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.7 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 140 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 2801 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.5 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 78.9 g | 158% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 594 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1886 mg | 40% | |
*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.
