Get ready to transform your ordinary weeknight meal into a flavor-packed Mexican fiesta that will have everyone at the table begging for seconds! These bite-sized Fiesta Turkey Mini Tostadas are not just a meal, they're a culinary adventure that combines the lean goodness of ground turkey with zesty taco seasoning, crispy shells, and fresh, vibrant toppings. In just 25 minutes, you'll create a dish that's perfect for family dinners, game nights, or when you're craving something quick, delicious, and guaranteed to impress.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tsp taco seasoning
- 12 mini tostada shells
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by measuring and chopping: ground turkey, taco seasoning, lettuce, tomatoes, and gathering cheese and sour cream.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and break it into small crumbles using a wooden spoon or spatula.
- Cook the ground turkey for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the meat is completely browned and no pink remains.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the cooked turkey and stir thoroughly to ensure even distribution. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to blend flavors.
- While turkey is cooking, arrange mini tostada shells on a large serving platter or individual plates.
- Once turkey is seasoned and cooked, remove from heat and let it cool slightly for 1-2 minutes.
- Spoon the seasoned ground turkey evenly onto each mini tostada shell.
- Top each tostada with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Finish by adding a small dollop of sour cream on top of each mini tostada.
- Serve immediately while tostada shells are crisp and turkey is warm.
Tips
- Choose high-quality ground turkey with a lean-to-fat ratio of 93/7 for the best flavor and texture.
- Ensure your skillet is properly heated before adding turkey to achieve a nice, even brown color.
- Break the turkey into small, uniform crumbles for consistent cooking and seasoning.
- Don't skip letting the turkey rest for 1-2 minutes after seasoning - this helps the flavors meld together.
- Use fresh, crisp tostada shells for the best crunch and texture.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crispiness of the shells and warmth of the turkey.
- For extra flavor, consider adding fresh cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice as a final garnish.
- Make it a build-your-own tostada bar by setting out toppings for everyone to customize their mini tostadas.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 25g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 75mg
