Heart-Healthy Tuna Tostada

Elevate your weeknight meals with these vibrant and flavorful Heart-Healthy Tuna Tostadas, a refreshing twist on a classic dish that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. This no-cook recipe combines protein-packed canned tuna, creamy non-fat Greek yogurt, and zesty lime juice to create a light yet luscious topping. Nestled on crunchy whole-grain tostadas and layered with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and buttery avocado, each bite bursts with freshness and wholesome goodness. Finished with a sprinkle of cilantro, a hint of spice from optional jalapeño, and a drizzle of tangy yogurt-lime dressing, these tostadas offer a perfectly balanced meal in just 15 minutes. Ideal for those seeking quick and easy heart-healthy recipes, this dish is loaded with lean protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making it a win for both flavor and wellbeing. Perfect for lunchtime, dinner, or a light snack, these tuna tostadas are sure to become a new favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Whole-grain corn tostadas
• 2 5 oz cans Canned tuna (packed in water, drained)
• 1 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Shredded romaine lettuce
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 cup Cucumber (diced)
• 1 large Avocado (sliced)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 1 small Jalapeño (optional, finely chopped for heat)

Directions

Step 1

Place the canned tuna in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Break apart any large chunks with a fork.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lime juice, olive oil, garlic powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 3

Pour half of the dressing over the tuna and gently mix until the tuna is well-coated. Set aside the remaining dressing for drizzling later.

Step 4

Prepare your vegetables: shred the romaine lettuce, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, slice the avocado, chop the cilantro, thinly slice the red onion, and chop the jalapeño (if using).

Step 5

To assemble the tostadas, start by laying the whole-grain tostadas flat on a serving plate or platter. Top each tostada with an even layer of shredded romaine lettuce.

Step 6

Spoon the prepared tuna mixture evenly onto each tostada, distributing it across all four tostadas.

Step 7

Top the tuna with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado slices, and jalapeño (if using). Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top for added freshness.

Step 8

Drizzle the reserved yogurt-lime dressing over the assembled tostadas.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy tuna tostadas!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1202.7 grams (1202.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1255

Total Fat 56.90g	73%
Saturated Fat 8.50g	43%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 28mg	9%
Sodium 1492mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 131.70g	48%
Dietary Fiber 32.40g	116%
Total Sugars 21.30g
Protein 58.70g	117%

Vitamin D 45IU	227%
Calcium 519mg	40%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 2560mg	54%

*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: 40.2%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 41.4%