Vegan Tuna Tostada
Transform taco night with these irresistible Vegan Tuna Tostadas—an innovative, plant-based twist on a Mexican classic! Made with hearty mashed chickpeas, creamy vegan mayo, zesty Dijon mustard, and savory crumbled nori sheets for that authentic ocean-inspired flavor, this easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes. Each crisp corn tostada is piled high with the “tuna” mixture, silky avocado slices, crunchy red cabbage, fresh cilantro, and a zesty splash of lime. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or light lunches, these tostadas deliver bold flavor with a satisfying crunch, all while being completely vegan. Whether you add a dash of hot sauce or keep it simple, this vibrant dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons celery, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons dill pickles, finely diced
- 1 sheet nori sheet, finely crumbled
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 shells corn tostada shells
- 1 avocado avocado, sliced
- 0.5 cup red cabbage, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
- 4 wedges lime wedges
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Use a fork or potato masher to mash the chickpeas until mostly smooth, leaving a few chunks for texture.
Add the vegan mayonnaise, red onion, celery, dill pickles, crumbled nori sheet, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas.
Mix everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set the 'tuna' mixture aside.
Preheat your oven or stovetop to warm the tostada shells for about 2-3 minutes, until they are crisp. Avoid over-toasting as this can make them brittle.
To assemble, spread a generous layer of the vegan 'tuna' mixture onto each tostada shell.
Top with sliced avocado, shredded red cabbage, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Drizzle with hot sauce if desired, and serve with a lime wedge on the side for squeezing over the top.
Enjoy your Vegan Tuna Tostadas immediately while the shells are crisp!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 82.9 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 4174 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.5 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.5 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 39.1 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 381 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2123 mg | 45% | |
*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.
