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Tasty Tostadas

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Photo of prepared Tostada
Photo attribution: David Pettijohn
Ready In: 15 minutes
Serves: 4
Low Added Sugar

Switch it up on taco night with these tasty tostadas! Pair with your homemade salsa for a nutritious meal!

What you'll need

Measuring cups
Grater
Cutting board
Sharp knife
Spatula or spoon
Can opener

Ingredients

Serves 4
2 cups Romaine Lettuce shredded
4 Tostada Shells crispy or 4 Taco Shells
2 cups Chicken cooked, chopped
1 cup Salsa prepared
1/2 cup Corn no salt added
1/2 cup Black Beans canned, low-sodium
1/4 cup Cheddar Cheese reduced-fat, shredded

Directions

1.Place ½ cup shredded lettuce or cabbage on each tostada shell.
2.Put chicken and salsa in a small bowl and stir.
3.Spoon about ½ cup chicken mixture onto each tostada.
4.Top each tostada with 2 tablespoons corn, 2 tablespoons black beans, and 1 tablespoon cheese. Serve.

Chef's Tips

  • Using precooked chicken makes this a no-cook meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1.00 taco

Serving Per Container 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 271
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7 g9%
Saturated Fat 2 g10%
Sodium 351 mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 25 g9%
Dietary Fiber 5 g18%
Protein 28 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

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