20 Best Mexican Recipes for Cinco De Mayo

Hola amigos! Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with some delicious Mexican dishes? As we gear up to commemorate Mexico’s victory over France, let’s share some of our favorite Cinco de Mayo recipes.

From classic dishes like guacamole, tacos, and margaritas to more adventurous options like chiles rellenos and ceviche, there are endless ways to celebrate this special day with some amazing food. So, let’s get cooking and share our favorite Cinco de Mayo recipes with each other.

Who knows, maybe you will discover a new favorite dish or cocktail!

Our family does not need an excuse to eat Mexican Dishes, it is our go to meal since Tacos especially are super quick and easy and everyone loves them. I thought I would share some amazing Mexican Recipes I found from other bloggers that are sure to join our rotation.

I better start planning our Cinco De Mayo Dinner I am sure the kids are going to be asking soon. Also don’t forget to add your favorite mexican recipes in the comments below and I might add them to the list too!! Adios!

 

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20 Best Mexican Recipes for Cinco De Mayo

Crock Pot recipes are key for busy weeknights. Loving this 3 ingredient Crock Pot Chicken taco recipe from Two Healthy Kitchens.

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Another great slow cooker recipe comes from Home Made Interest. Slow Cooker Beef Taquitos. Don’t buy these in the frozen section when you can make them hat home so easily. 

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No Cinco de Mayo celebration is complete without this delicious avocado dip. It’s made with mashed avocados, lime juice, onion, cilantro, and a touch of salt.

Every good Cinco De Mayo meal must start with some Southwestern Guacamole.  Love this one from Gator Mommy Reviews.

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Don’t forget the Salsa, a true companion to any Mexican Recipe. Salsa is a versatile dip that can be made in many different ways, but the basic recipe includes tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, cilantro, and lime juice.

Have you tried Pineapple, blueberry or even Peach salsa before? 

20 of the Best Cinco De Mayo Recipes

Don’t you love double duty meals. This Mexican Lasagna Recipe makes 2 casseroles so you can make one for Cinco De Mayo and have another one for another night. Or surprise a friend with dinner. 

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Take Taco in a new direction with these Taco Cupcake Recipes from Texas Type A Mom. A new twist to this Mexican Recipes. 

Tres Leche Cake is a great Mexican Recipes Dessert Idea but if you prefer cookies Snappy Gourmet has these Mexican Hot Chocolate Sandwich Cookies Recipe.

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More Great Mexican Recipes: 

20 Best Mexican Recipes for Cinco De Mayo

Mexican inspired dishes that are great for any night but especially to celebrate cinco de mayo food

  1. Refried Beans recipe
  2. Steak Fajitas Recipe 
  3. Instant Pot Chicken Breast Tacos 
  4. Tamale Pie Recipe
  5. Chicken Fajita Salad Recipe
  6. Cheese Black Bean Dip 
  7. Crock Pot Salsa Verde Enchiladas 
  8. Easy tamales Recipe
  9. Mexican Chocolate Shots Recipe
  10. Ice Cream Tacos
  11. Grilled Jalapeño Poppers
  12. Easy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
  13. Mango and Flank Steak Tacos

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13 Comments

  1. I love every single dish you posted. And yes, I’m now craving tacos 😉

  2. Oh wow you’ve found some great recipes here! I love Mexican food but my favorite has got to be the Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies! Yum!

  3. Lately I’ve begun a crazy addiction to guacamole! I’m going to have to try this recipe out soon!

  4. Those taco cupcakes look like such a fun snack! I need to make them ASAP.

  5. Oh yum, I’ve always been fond of Mexican food. Anything with jalapenos or chiles is welcome over here!

  6. All these Dishes look extremely tasty especially the Tacos and the Cookies 🙂 Though I don’t celebrate Cinco de Mayo … i like reading about the celebrations

  7. I definitely need all these recipes! I have been wanting to make a nice, Mexican dinner for a long time, just never had any good recipes 🙂

  8. These recipes all sound so good. I want to try the taquitos recipe on Cinco de Mayo!

  9. Yum what great recipes. Our family loves Mexican food, I need to learn how to make something other than burritos and tacos.

  10. I really love Mexican food. Thanks for the great ideas!

  11. Those taco cupcakes look amazing! I used to make something similar and then completely forgot about it! My kids love Taco Tuesday!

  12. Wow, can’t wait to try these. We live in Southern California and eat a lot of Mexican food!