Vegetarian Tuna Tostada

Elevate your taco night with these vibrant and satisfying Vegetarian Tuna Tostadas! This plant-based twist on a classic dish swaps tuna for an irresistible chickpea mash, bursting with fresh flavors from diced celery, red onion, pickle, and a tangy lime-infused vegan mayo dressing. A hint of seaweed flakes delivers that authentic “seafood” essence, while layers of creamy avocado, crisp romaine lettuce, and crunchy corn tostadas create the perfect balance of textures. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a healthy, protein-packed meal. Add a dash of hot sauce or salsa for an extra kick, and enjoy these gluten-free, vegan tostadas any day of the week! Perfect for lunch, dinner, or even entertaining guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) Canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons Red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Celery, finely diced
• 1 small Pickle, finely diced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Soy sauce or tamari (for a gluten-free option)
• 1 teaspoon Seaweed flakes (such as nori or dulse), optional for a 'seafood' flavor
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Corn tostadas
• 1 medium Avocado, sliced
• 1 cup Romaine lettuce, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce or salsa (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, add the canned chickpeas. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the chickpeas until they are mostly broken up, leaving some chunks for texture.

Step 2

Add the diced red onion, celery, pickle, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas. Mix well.

Step 3

In a small separate bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, lime juice, soy sauce or tamari, seaweed flakes (optional), salt, and black pepper until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and stir until everything is well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Set aside.

Step 5

Prepare your tostada assembly by laying the corn tostadas flat on a serving plate. Layer each tostada with shredded romaine lettuce and a few slices of avocado.

Step 6

Spoon a generous amount of the vegetarian tuna mixture onto each tostada, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Top with optional hot sauce or salsa for extra flavor, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your fresh, vegetarian tuna tostadas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1018.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1926.5

Total Fat 77.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 10.2mg	0%
Sodium 2977.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 266.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.0g	0%
Total Sugars 31.6g
Protein 56.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 428.8mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 2610.8mg	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: 35.1%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 53.6%