Lentil Veggie Tostadas

Elevate your weeknight dinners with these vibrant and protein-packed Lentil Veggie Tostadas! Featuring crispy corn tostada shells piled high with spiced lentils, fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and a tangy lime crema, this recipe is as satisfying as it is nutritious. The lentil filling is simmered in vegetable broth and seasoned with aromatic cumin, smoky paprika, and a hint of chili powder, creating a rich, savory base. Topped with garden-fresh ingredients like shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and crunchy radishes, these tostadas deliver a medley of textures and flavors in every bite. Perfect for a vegetarian meal, this easy-to-make dish is ready in just 45 minutes and can be customized with your favorite toppings, like hot sauce or extra lime wedges. Whether you're hosting Taco Tuesday or craving a wholesome, family-friendly meal, these Lentil Veggie Tostadas are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Corn tostada shells
• 1 cup Dry lentils
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
• 2 cups Shredded lettuce
• 4 pieces Radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 large Avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
• 1 large Lime, cut into wedges
• 0.5 cup Sour cream or plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 0 Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil, then add the lentils. Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender. Drain any excess liquid and set aside.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir for 1 minute to toast the spices.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked lentils and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. Remove from heat.

Step 6

Prepare the lime crema by whisking together sour cream or yogurt, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Add hot sauce if using, and set aside.

Step 7

Assemble the tostadas by spreading a spoonful of the spiced lentils onto each tostada shell.

Step 8

Top the lentils with diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sliced radishes, avocado slices, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Drizzle the lime crema over the assembled tostadas and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Step 10

Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2077.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3759.9

Total Fat 168.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 4215.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 501.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 77.7g	0%
Total Sugars 38.5g
Protein 107.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 794.5mg	0%
Iron 34.7mg	0%
Potassium 5484.0mg	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: 38.3%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 50.8%