Spiced Chickpea & Tomato Tostadas with Avocado Crema

Crispy tostadas topped with a savory mixture of spiced chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and a creamy, zesty avocado crema for a quick and satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• 2 Corn Tortillas
• 1/2 cup Chickpeas
• 1/2 cup Diced Tomatoes
• 1/4 small Red Onion
• 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
• 1/4 tsp Ground Cumin
• 1/4 tsp Smoked Paprika
• 1/4 Avocado
• 1 tbsp Lime Juice
• 1 tbsp Fresh Cilantro

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly brush corn tortillas with olive oil and bake for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy. Alternatively, pan-fry in a dry skillet until crisp.
2. Dice the red onion finely. In a small bowl, mix diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
3. In a separate bowl, mash avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt to create a smooth crema. Add 1 tsp of water to thin if needed.
4. Warm chickpeas in a pan on low heat for 2 minutes or microwave for 30 seconds
5. Top each crispy tostada evenly with warmed chickpeas, spiced tomato mixture, avocado crema, and fresh cilantro.
6. Serve immediately. A drizzle of hot sauce can add an extra kick.

Cuisine: Mexican

Suitability: vegetarian,gluten-free,dairy-free

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 12 mins

Serving Size: 1

Meal Type: lunch