I love taco nights. I also love using leftovers for taco salads the next day for lunch. Once in a while, I mix it up and use tostada shells instead tortillas, which is really like making your own giant nachos! Today, I bring you The Joyful Plateful’s (TJP) TVP Tostadas.
This TVP filling makes a big batch, so that you’re sure to have some leftovers for that taco salad for lunch tomorrow. TVP is the abbreviation for “textured vegetable protein,” a vegetarian meat substitute made from dehydrated soy beans. It’s the perfect plant-based substitute for any recipe that calls for ground beef or turkey, as it is a complete protein, and also high in fiber. TVP takes on the flavor you give it, so it’s easy to season and flexible to use in a variety of recipes from tacos to spaghetti sauce, sloppy joes, and more. You can purchase TVP in most bulk foods sections of grocery stores, as well as packages. When purchased in bulk/by weight, it’s inexpensive because it’s light - it’s a very economical protein source.
I use TVP in this tostada/taco filling to bulk up the black bean, corn, tomato, and chile mixture. In this recipe, I’ve used my own taco seasoning blend, which I love to have on hand, but you can substitute your favorite taco seasoning instead. (Making your own taco seasoning blend is helpful if you’re trying to control sodium intake, as store-bought mixes tend to be high in sodium content.) Serve up your tostadas and toppings buffet-style, so everyone can build their own with their favorite toppings! (And come back for seconds!)
Original publication date: April 26, 2021
Change up your taco night and use tostada shells instead tortillas - it's like making giant nachos!
2 Tbsp. avocado oil
1/2 large yellow onion, diced
2 Tbsp. TJP taco seasoning blend (see below)
15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
10 oz. can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 cup TVP
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth (or water)
To assemble, your favorite taco toppings - such as:
Tostada shells
Shredded cheddar or jack cheese
Shredded lettuce
Diced tomatoes
Diced avocado
Chopped cilantro
Salsa
Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
TJP Taco Seasoning Blend:
2 Tbsp. sea salt
2 Tbsp. chili powder
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
2 tsp. smoked paprika
1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
I invite you to try my seasonally-inspired,
plant-based recipes to create your own
joyful plateful!
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