Mexican Tuna Tostadas
Crispy tostadas topped with Mexican-style prepared tuna.
About this recipe
Tuna tostadas are a quick and affordable snack where tuna is mixed with mayonnaise, tomato, onion, chilli and lime on a crispy tostada.
History & Origin
Tuna tostadas are an example of practical Mexican cooking that transforms simple ingredients into something delicious. Tinned tuna was quickly incorporated into the popular diet for its affordable price and long shelf life.
Estimated cost
£51.67
Total cost
£12.92
Per serving
* Approximate prices based on UK supermarkets
Nutritional information per serving
240
Calories
18g
Protein
20g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
2g
Fibre
520mg
Sodium
* Approximate values. May vary depending on ingredients used.
Method
- 1
Drain the tuna well and flake with a fork in a large bowl.
- 2
Add the finely diced tomato, chopped onion, finely chopped serrano chilli and coriander. Mix well.
- 3
Stir in the mayonnaise and lime juice. Season with salt to taste. Mix until combined.
- 4
Spread a generous layer of the tuna mixture on each tostada. Top with avocado slices.
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