Crispy Ground Turkey Tostadas Recipe

Name: Crispy Ground Turkey Tostadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced; 1/4 cup Mexican crema; 2 limes; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 1 chayote - peeled, halved, seeded, and diced into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 poblano pepper - seeds and white ribs removed, diced into 1/2-inch pieces; 6 (6 inch) flour tortillas; cooking spray; 6 sprigs cilantro, minced, divided; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey; 1/4 cup water; 3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 cup guacamole; 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup Mexican crema
2 limes
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
1 chayote - peeled, halved, seeded, and diced into 1/2-inch pieces
1 poblano pepper - seeds and white ribs removed, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
6 (6 inch) flour tortillas
cooking spray
6 sprigs cilantro, minced, divided
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 pounds ground turkey
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup guacamole
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Place red onion slices and crema in separate small bowls. Zest limes into another small bowl. Halve limes and squeeze juice into a fourth small bowl.
3
Stir 1 teaspoon lime juice into the bowl of crema. Add the remaining lime juice to the bowl with the red onions; stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and let marinate at room temperature until pickled, at least 20 minutes.
4
Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chayote and poblano pepper; cook, stirring constantly, until golden and tender, about 10 minutes.
5
Coat tortillas on both sides with cooking spray. Place tortillas on a large baking sheet.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until crisped and lightly brown, 8 to 10 minutes.
7
Stir the lime zest, 1/2 the cilantro, onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt into the chayote-poblano mixture. Pour mixture into a bowl.
8
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey; cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 7 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup water, taco seasoning, and chili powder. Cook until water has evaporated, about 4 minutes.
9
Spread guacamole over each crisped tortilla; top with chayote-poblano mixture, ground turkey, pickled onions, lime crema, and remaining cilantro.

945

kcal

Calories

Fat

124

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced, 1/4 cup Mexican crema, 2 limes, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Crispy Ground Turkey Tostadas falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Crispy Ground Turkey Tostadas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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