Best Easy Tostadas de Crema Recipe

Simple crispy tortillas spread with Mexican crema and topped with salsa and fresh cheese. A light, vegetarian snack that makes a quick, family-friendly appetizer with minimal effort.

Cook 15 min Difficulty EASY 228 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • corn tostada shells 4 pieces
  • Mexican crema 0.5 cup
  • queso fresco 0.5 cup
  • roma tomato 1 pieces
  • fresh cilantro 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • kosher salt 0.25 tsp
  • black pepper 0.13 tsp
  • fresh lime juice 1 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 28 g 49%
Protein 6 g 11%
Fat 10 g 40%
Serving size 95g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F and arrange tostada shells on a baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes to enhance crispiness. Let cool slightly.

  2. 2

    Dice the roma tomato and finely chop the fresh cilantro for the salsa topping.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, toss diced tomato with chopped cilantro, kosher salt, black pepper, and fresh lime juice. Let the salsa sit for at least 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Spread a generous layer of Mexican crema over each warm tostada shell, reaching close to the edges.

  5. 5

    Top each crema-coated tostada with tomato-cilantro salsa and a sprinkle of crumbled queso fresco. Serve immediately for best texture.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What’s the key ingredient in this Best Easy Tostadas de Crema Recipe?
The star ingredient is authentic Mexican crema, which delivers a rich and slightly tangy flavor. Combined with the crisp corn tostada and fresh queso fresco, it defines the light, creamy identity of this dish.
Q. How do I keep my tostadas perfectly crispy?
A short blast in a 350°F oven before assembling helps the tostada shells stay ultra-crispy. Be sure to assemble and serve right before eating to prevent the crema and salsa from softening the shells.
Q. What is the texture and how can I avoid soggy tostadas?
Expect a crunchy base with creamy crema and a fresh salsa topping. For best results, cool the warmed shells and add the moistened toppings at the last minute. Serving immediately ensures maximum crunch.
Q. What are the nutrition facts per serving of this Tostadas de Crema recipe?
Each serving provides approximately 228 kcal, with 28g carbohydrates (49%), 6g protein (11%), and 10g fat (40%). It offers a balance of carbs and healthy fats, making it a light vegetarian snack.
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