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.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the crab: Carefully pick through the lump crab meat to remove any shell fragments. Set the crab meat aside in a bowl.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Top with salsa: Spoon the prepared salsa over the crab meat on each tostada.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

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

Serving size	(1637.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2578.1

Total Fat 156.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.0g
Cholesterol 297.6mg	0%
Sodium 5512.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.1g	0%
Total Sugars 21.8g
Protein 112.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 783.2mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 4626.8mg	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: 51.5%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 32.1%