Get ready to amp up your at-home fiesta with this collection of 25 easy Cinco de Mayo recipes! I’ve handpicked a delicious lineup that will transport you straight to the heart of Mexico without breaking a sweat in the kitchen.
1. Paloma Mocktail
Feel the tropical vibe with my Paloma Mocktail, a refreshing non-alcoholic drink made with fresh grapefruit, lime, and Mexican grapefruit soda. It's a great option for beating the heat without the booze!
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2. Mexican Street Corn Salad
This homemade Mexican Street Corn Salad from Bitz 'N Giggles is filled with fresh ingredients and flavor. A perfect appetizer or snack when entertaining family and friends.
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3. Carne Asada Tacos
Check out Jamil Ghar's recipe for carne asada steak, marinated and grilled to make Carne Asada Tacos. Simply fill a warm corn tortilla with the steak and garnish with fresh cilantro and onion for these simple street tacos.
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4. Cilantro Lime Rice
This Cilantro Lime Rice from Serena Bakes Simple From Scratch makes a nice light side dish. It's also super easy to make!
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5. Homemade Churros
These Homemade Churros from The Gunny Sack are soft on the inside, crispy on the outside, and coated in cinnamon sugar. Serve with chocolate for dipping!
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6. Authentic Horchata
Bring a taste of Mexico to your kitchen with this Authentic Horchata recipe from Mama Maggie's Kitchen. Made with a blend of rice, cinnamon, and sugar, this is a classic and very popular Mexican drink.
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7. Shrimp Nachos
My Mexican-inspired Shrimp Nachos are so easy and so delicious! Serve them as a quick weeknight dinner, or a fun appetizer on the patio alongside frosty cold margaritas.
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8. Mortar & Pestle Guacamole
A creamy-yet-chunky guacamole from The Cagle Diaries, this recipe is made with a mortar and pestle. If you don't own a mortar and pestle, you can use a potato masher.
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9. Ground Beef Enchilada Skillet
This Ground Beef Enchilada Skillet from Recipe Runner has all the flavor of classic beef enchiladas, but is made in one pan! This easy, dinner is full of Mexican flavors and ready to eat in less than 40 minutes.
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10. Mexican Tres Leches Cake
This Mexican Tres Leches Cake from Maricruz Avalos is soft, moist, and so easy to make. The airy sponge cake is soaked in a creamy milk mixture and then topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
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11. Sheet Pan Fish Tacos
An easy recipe for Sheet Pan Fish Tacos with zesty lime crèma from Simple Bites. You can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes with minimal clean-up!
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12. Creamy Salsa Verde
With tomatillos and avocados, this mild and Creamy Salsa Verde recipe from Away From The Box is sure to become a kitchen staple.
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13. Raspberry Margarita Mocktail
My Raspberry Margarita Mocktail is a fruity non-alcoholic spin on the classic margarita that's as beautiful as it is refreshing!
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14. Crispy Chicken Tacos
These Crispy Chicken Tacos from Chisel & Fork are made by stuffing tortillas with ground chicken, taco seasoning, and cheese, and then baking them until crispy. Who doesn't love crunch?
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15. Cilantro Lime Slaw
This Cilantro Lime Slaw from The Healthful Ideas is the perfect addition to tacos, especially fish or seafood tacos. Made with Greek yogurt, it's tangy, crunchy, and comes together in just 10 minutes.
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16. Quick Pickled Jalapeños
These Quick Pickled Jalapeños from Wholehearted Eats are perfect to jazz up your tacos, burritos, or nachos. They're inexpensive to make, come together in just a few minutes, and will last in the fridge for several weeks.
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17. Queso Fundido With Chorizo
Queso Fundido With Chorizo is a melty, stretchy, hot cheese dip from Confetti & Bliss. This Mexican appetizer features savory cheeses and sausage crumbles with diced green chiles folded in.
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18. Mango Pico De Gallo
My Mango Pico De Gallo is fresh chunky salsa balanced with salt, acidity, heat, and sweetness. Terrific with Mexican dishes like tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip!
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19. Chicken Taquitos
These crispy Chicken Taquitos from Flavor Mosaic are a fun handheld appetizer for your next fiesta! The filling is a creamy blend of chicken and cream cheese contrasted with a crunchy outer shell.
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20. Birria Tacos
Birria Tacos from Grandbaby Cakes are made with tender beef, rich adobo sauce, gooey cheese, and corn tortillas! Once pan-fried to cheesy crisp perfection, these tacos are repeatedly dipped into a broth for a flavorful, texturally exciting experience.
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21. Fresas Con Crema
Fresas Con Crema from Jagruti's Cooking Odyssey is a traditional Mexican dessert made with fresh strawberries and a sweet cream sauce. This easy dessert can be ready in under 10 minutes with only 4 simple ingredients.
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22. Creamy Seafood Enchiladas
These Creamy Seafood Enchiladas from Cooking With Curls are packed full of shrimp and crab in a creamy sauce made with Greek yogurt, jalapeño, and cheese.
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23. Chilaquiles Rojos
Chilaquiles Rojos from Mission Food Adventure is an easy traditional Mexican dish made with crispy corn tortilla wedges cooked soft in red salsa, often served with eggs. They're made with cheap readily available ingredients and usually eaten for breakfast or brunch.
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24. Pickled Red Onions
These Pickled Red Onions from Occasionally Eggs take a little longer to rest than many of the quick recipes say, but they're properly pink and much sweeter. Absolutely perfect on tacos.
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25. Elote (Mexican Street Corn)
Elote (aka Mexican Street Corn) from Diethood takes juicy charred corn on the cob and smothers it in a cheesy chile, lime, and cilantro sauce. Perfect for your Cinco de Mayo celebration!
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And there you have it – an easy and varied collection of 25 easy Cinco de Mayo recipes. With these simple dishes, you can create a memorable Mexican-inspired feast for you and your guests! Here’s to hosting a fantastic Cinco de Mayo party!!
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