Macho Pea Tostada

Are you looking for a quick meal to start the day? Don't want to use eggs or avocado? I asked myself these questions and peas came to mind! Maybe it's the colour, but either way, I love peas. 

One of my favourite sides at Nandos is their mashed peas. I decided to recreate them as best I could and make some tacos, but with texture! Hence, the change to tostada which are baked (or fried) tortillas. 

Macho peas at Nandos are simply a mix of peas with chilli, mint, and parsley. 

This is a great way to get a savoury bite without packing on the calories. 

Ingredients

2 flour tortillas

Cooking oil spray

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

1 tablespoon dried parsley

1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped

1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon dried chilli flakes

1 teaspoon olive oil

1/2 cup cooked peas (I just used canned)

Chopped nuts to garnish

Instructions

Spray your tortillas with cooking spray on each side and bake in a 400F oven for 5-7 minutes. Turn over to crispen both sides when the upward-facing side starts to puff up and brown. 

Set aside a few peas to garnish, and mash the rest in a bowl with all the other ingredients. 

Spread the peas on your tostadas, garnish with fresh mint, whole peas, chopped nuts and olive oil!