Mini Tostadas
Looking to impress your special someone without spending hours in the kitchen? These Mini Tostadas are a fantastic choice for a fun and stress-free date night meal. Set up a DIY tostada bar with different toppings and let your partner customize their own for an interactive and memorable experience. Pair them with a refreshing margarita or a side of chips and salsa for a laid-back, restaurant-style vibe at home.
Made with simple ingredients like crunchy tortilla chips, creamy refried beans, zesty taco sauce, and gooey melted cheese, these bite-sized treats pack all the deliciousness of traditional tostadas in a fun and convenient mini form. Plus, with an array of fresh and vibrant toppings, you can customize them to suit your taste—whether you love a little heat from jalapeños or the cool creaminess of avocado.
What makes this recipe even better? It requires just 10 minutes of prep and a few minutes in the microwave—no complicated cooking or messy clean-up! That means you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying your meal.
Whether you're snacking solo, hosting friends, or planning a romantic evening, these Mini Tostadas are guaranteed to hit the spot. Easy, delicious, and endlessly customizable—this is one recipe you’ll want to make again and again!
Prep time 10 minutes Cook time 4 minutes
Total time 4 minutes Serves 2
Ingredients:
¼ can (about 4 oz) refried beans (from a 16 oz can)
3 tablespoons taco sauce
10-12 round tortilla chips
Optional Toppings:
Chopped cilantro
Chopped onion
Chopped tomato
Sliced jalapeños
Salsa or hot sauce
Feta cheese
Guacamole or chopped avocado
Instructions:
Spread about 1 teaspoon of refried beans onto each tortilla chip.
Drizzle ½ teaspoon of taco sauce over each chip.
Line a microwave-safe plate with a paper towel and place the tostadas in a single layer.
Microwave on medium power (50%) for 1 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Rotate the plate quarter-turn after the first minute, then every 30 seconds to ensure even heating.
Remove from the microwave and top with your choice of cilantro, cheese, onion, tomato, jalapeños, salsa, or avocado.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Crispier Tostadas: If you prefer extra crunch, bake the tostadas in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5-7 minutes instead of microwaving.
Protein Boost: Add shredded chicken, turkey, or ground beef on top of the beans before adding cheese.
Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free shredded cheese or skip it altogether.
