Turkey Tostadas
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Makes:
4
servings
Total Cost:
$$$$
These tostadas are layered with refried beans, turkey, and cheese to create a delicious and easy dinner. Top with tomatoes, lettuce, and onions to increase your veggies.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked turkey (cut into bite-sized pieces, or 2 cups ground turkey, browned in a skillet and drained)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 4 corn tortillas
- 1/4 cup refried beans (low-fat or fat-free)
- 1/4 cup cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (shredded, low-fat)
- 1/2 cup tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/2 cup lettuce (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons onion (chopped)
- 8 tablespoons taco sauce (1/2 cup)
- plain yogurt (low-fat or fat-free, optional)
- guacamole (or mashed avacado, optional)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Preheat oven to 375° F.
- Wash and prepare vegetables.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, combine turkey, taco seasoning, and water.
- Bring mixture to boil, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Place tortillas on a baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 4 to 7 minutes or until tortillas are crispy.
- Spread tortillas with a tablespoon of beans. Top with 1/4 meat mixture and cheese.
- Return tortillas to oven to cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Top with tomatoes, lettuce, onions, and taco sauce. Garnish with yogurt and guacamole, if desired.
Notes
University of Massachusetts Extension
Nutrition Education Program
