Tuna Tostadas
Tuna Tostadas are a delicious Mexican-inspired dish that combines crispy tostada shells with fresh, flavorful toppings. The crunch of the tortilla pairs perfectly with tender tuna, creamy avocado, and zesty lime for a refreshing yet satisfying bite. Quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, they make an excellent appetizer, light lunch, or dinner option. With endless customization—from adding spicy jalapeños to tropical fruits—Tuna Tostadas are versatile, nutritious, and always full of bold flavour.
Ingredients
- 6 corn tortillas (fried or baked into tostadas)
- 1 cup fresh tuna (sushi-grade, diced) or canned tuna (drained)
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1 small tomato, diced
- ½ small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: sliced jalapeños, hot sauce, or crema
Instructions
- Prepare tostada shells by frying or baking corn tortillas until crisp.
- In a bowl, combine tuna, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Spread mashed avocado over each tostada shell.
- Top with tuna mixture, then add tomato, onion, cucumber, and cilantro.
- Garnish with jalapeños or crema if desired.
- Serve immediately for the best crunch and freshness.
Notes
- Always use sushi-grade tuna if serving raw.
- For convenience, canned tuna works well too.
- Bake tortillas instead of frying for a lighter version.
- Add crema or cheese for extra richness.
- Serve immediately to keep tostadas crisp.