High Protein Classic Mexican Tostada

Take your taste buds on a flavorful adventure with this High Protein Classic Mexican Tostada recipe, a nutritious twist on the traditional favorite! Packed with lean ground turkey and protein-rich black beans, this dish delivers a satisfying bite in every crunchy tostada. Vibrant toppings like diced cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado slices, fresh cilantro, and crisp shredded lettuce add a burst of color and freshness, while a medley of cumin, chili, and garlic powders infuse the filling with bold, zesty flavors. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, these tostadas are perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Customize with optional toppings like grated cheese, sour cream, or jalapeño slices, and serve with lime wedges for a tangy finish that ties it all together. This healthy, high-protein Mexican recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add finely chopped red onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 2

Add ground turkey to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

While the turkey mixture is cooking, prepare the toppings: dice the cherry tomatoes, shred the lettuce, slice the avocado, and chop the cilantro.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

To assemble the tostadas, spread a generous spoonful of the turkey and bean mixture onto each tostada shell.

Step 7

Top with shredded lettuce, diced cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 8

If desired, add a dollop of sour cream, a few jalapeño slices, and grated cheese for extra flavor.

Step 9

Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the tostadas before eating.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1957.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3256.3

Total Fat 189.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 507.1mg	0%
Sodium 4143.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 59.1g	0%
Total Sugars 15.6g
Protein 171.3g	0%

Vitamin D 21.4IU	0%
Calcium 1363.0mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 5146.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 28.9%