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Mexican Chickpea Tostadas for One

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chickpea tostadas 2yIs there anything prettier than Mexican food?  Okay, maybe I should be more specific…  Is there anything prettier than Mexican food that contains a plethora of fresh Spring and Summertime vegetables?  Yeah, I didn’t think so.

chickpea tostadas 7yIf you are familiar with my recipes or spend some time purusing my blog, it will come as no surprise that I love cooking Mexican-inspired food and I love eating it.  Unfortunately (or possibly fortunately if you are really hungry), a lot of the recipes that I find are enough to feed an army- or at least a family of four.  So when I want to cook for me and just me, I tend to develop my own recipes that make enough to feed one hungry human being and that is it.  I am sure there are more of you out there than just me who would like to indulge in a tasty Mexican meal for one.  As a result,  I feel like I am pretty much obligated to share this goodness with you.  Oh, and for those of you who are cooking for two, three, four…you get the drift…people, then I am sure you can use your awesome math skills and increase the amount of each ingredient that you use.  I know you can do it.  Bloggers and blog readers are a SMART bunch of people.  I swear I am not biased.

chickpea tostadas 3ySo much creamy, juicy, and crunchy goodness.  And all for me.  Or you, but only if you make it for yourself.  I am not sharing.

chickpea tostadas 1Mexican Chickpea Tostadas for One
Vegan

Ingredients

1 TB Bragg’s Liquid Aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 tsp fresh lime juice
1 tsp sriracha sauce
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/8 tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/8 tsp paprika
1/2 cup cooked chickpeas
olive oil cooking spray
3 corn tortillas
2 TB red pepper, chipotle, or spicy hummus
shredded lettuce, for topping
diced onion, for topping
chopped tomato, for topping
diced red pepper, for topping
salsa, for topping
any other ingredients that you desire <– avocado would be so good!

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.

2. Wisk together the Bragg’s, lime juice, sriracha, and spices.  Add chickpeas and stir to coat with the marinade.

3. Cover a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.  Spray it generously with olive oil cooking spray.

4. Spread the chickpeas onto the baking sheet in an even layer.

5. Roast the chickpeas for approximately 15 to 18 minutes, flipping once halfway through, or until golden brown and crispy.  Remove the chickpeas from the oven and set aside.

6. Place the corn tortillas on a second foil-lined and sprayed baking sheet.  Spray each side of the tortillas lightly with the cooking spray.  Bake for approximately 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.  Watch them very carefully to ensure that they do not burn.

7. Assemble your tostadas in the following order: tortilla, hummus, lettuce, chickpeas, onions, tomatos, peppers, and salsa.

8. Serve with a cold brewsky or margarita, if desired <– this is always desired for me.

chickpea tostadas 8yRemember when I tried to convinced you to make your own tortillas chips out of corn tortillas?  Well, I am also trying to convince you to start making your own tostada shells.  Please do not try to tell me that it is too difficult or too time consuming.  If you can buy tortillas and work an oven then you can make these- and in less than 10 minutes.  Trust me on this one.  Homemade tostada shells that are preservative free, crispy, and hot out of the oven are so much better than anything you will find in a box at the grocery store.

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Hungry yet?  I know I am.  Trust me when I say that these are really good.  So good that I have already made them twice before this post was even published.  You know that is a good sign.

chickpea tostadas nAnd more PicMonkey fun.  It has got to stop… or does it?

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  • Marie @ Little Kitchie April 25, 2014, 6:24 am
    LOVE all this color!! Marie @ Little Kitchie recently posted...happy weekend!My Profile
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 25, 2014, 10:10 am
      Gotta love when a meal tastes good AND look pretty! :)
  • Erin @ Girl Gone Veggie April 25, 2014, 9:00 am
    This looks delicious! I'm so excited for our own Mexican night! I'm still trying to come up with some name ideas. Erin @ Girl Gone Veggie recently posted...Friday Five 13My Profile
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 25, 2014, 10:11 am
      I am too!! It is going to be a fab time :)
  • Ashley April 25, 2014, 10:06 am
    Yum! I can never ever get enough mexican food! I love all those veggies - and I would most definitely be adding some avocado! haha Happy weekend! Ashley recently posted...Crockpot Chocolate Stout Pulled PorkMy Profile
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 25, 2014, 10:13 am
      Yes, I am now thinking that avocado is a must! I don't know why I didn't buy some when I made these...
  • Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health April 25, 2014, 11:31 am
    hummus and chickpeas with mexican flavors = winning Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health recently posted...Company Cafe on the TrailMy Profile
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 25, 2014, 2:17 pm
      I am glad you agree! I LOVE chickpeas in my Mexican food!
  • Jaclyn @ BumpSweat April 25, 2014, 12:11 pm
    Looks so fresh & delicious! We make mexican food a lot around here but not of the tostada variety. I'll have to give that a shot :) Jaclyn @ BumpSweat recently posted...3 Minimalist Workouts to Keep You Fit @ HomeMy Profile
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 25, 2014, 2:20 pm
      Oh, you definitely should! They could not be easier! I think these are my new favorite go-to when I am craving Mexican.
  • Em @ Love A Latte April 25, 2014, 1:59 pm
    Those look SO DELICIOUS!
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 25, 2014, 2:41 pm
      Thank you!!! I have been loving them. Let me know if you try them out :)
  • Brittany April 25, 2014, 11:07 pm
    Mexican is sooooooooooooo good. It's definitely my top go to meal idea. It's so easy as a vegan too!! This looks amazing.
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 26, 2014, 8:39 am
      Isn't it crazy how many Mexican dishes you can make vegan? I used to always think that Mexican food HAD to include cheese. I was way wrong..
  • Yasmin April 26, 2014, 2:44 am
    Ahhh this looks amaaazing! Love mexican food!
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 26, 2014, 8:36 am
      You and me both! In my opinion, you can never go wrong with Mexican!
  • Emmanuelle April 26, 2014, 7:33 am
    It looks so delicious! I've been a vegetarian for 6 months now, and I'm so happy I found your blog, there are so many great recipe ideas :) Emmanuelle recently posted...Spring Breakfast IdeasMy Profile
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 26, 2014, 8:35 am
      Thanks SO much!! I hope you find some that you enjoy :) Please let me know what you try!
  • Jess @ PB & Jess April 26, 2014, 9:18 am
    Seriously, that IS freakin gorgeous. Also, I always go to your blog when my vegetarian/sometimes vegan sister plans to visit me haha. Gotta know what to feed her!
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 27, 2014, 2:13 pm
      That is SO nice to hear, Jess! I hope you and your sister find yourself some good recipes that you enjoy!
  • Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes April 27, 2014, 12:04 am
    Mexican food IS pretty - I agree! all the colors! Mexican is my favorite type of food and love these vegan tostadas of yours!
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 27, 2014, 2:14 pm
      Thank you, Ashley! I hear you. It is definitely one of my favorite types of food too. I love how colorful and pretty it can be :)
  • Katie @ running4cupcakes April 27, 2014, 9:49 am
    I totally know a recipe is a success when I make it more than once before I have a chance to blog about it. Egg cups are coming up this week and I've already made them twice and they are on the meal plan for this week again! Katie @ running4cupcakes recently posted...Friday Favorites: 4/25/14My Profile
    • ClnEatingVegGrl April 27, 2014, 2:16 pm
      Yum!! Egg cups are awesome! I love making them on the weekend and bringing them to work for breakfast. I'll be looking out for that one! I hope you have had a great weekend, Katie :)

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