Description
These Mini Tuna Tostadas are a quick and delicious snack or light meal, combining crispy baked mini tortillas topped with a creamy, zesty tuna and avocado mixture. Perfectly balanced with fresh lime juice, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro, then finished with a sprinkle of queso fresco and a drizzle of hot sauce or chipotle mayo for an extra kick.
Ingredients
Scale
Tortillas
- 12 mini corn tortillas (or cut standard tortillas into small rounds)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Tuna Topping
- 1 (5 oz) can tuna in water, drained
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
- 1/4 cup crumbled queso fresco (optional)
- Hot sauce or chipotle mayo (for drizzling)
- Additional cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare tortillas: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Brush the mini tortillas with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet to prepare for baking.
- Bake tortillas: Bake the tortillas for 8–10 minutes or until they become crispy and golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Mix tuna topping: In a medium bowl, combine the drained tuna, mashed avocado, lime juice, finely diced red onion, minced jalapeño if using, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Assemble tostadas: Spoon the tuna mixture evenly onto each crispy tortilla base, distributing it carefully to cover the surfaces.
- Add toppings: If desired, top each mini tostada with crumbled queso fresco and drizzle with hot sauce or chipotle mayo to add extra flavor.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with additional cilantro if you like and serve immediately to enjoy the crisp texture and fresh flavors.
Notes
- You can use standard tortillas and cut them into mini rounds if mini tortillas are unavailable.
- Adjust the jalapeño quantity or omit it for a milder flavor.
- Queso fresco and chipotle mayo are optional but add a delicious creamy and spicy contrast.
- Serve immediately after assembling to maintain crispiness of the tostadas.
- For a dairy-free option, skip queso fresco and use a vegan drizzle like salsa or avocado crema.
