If you're planning on making a Mexican inspired dish for Cinco de Mayo this year, go beyond your average taco recipe with these 25 Mexican Inspired Recipes including everything from breakfast, appetizers, snacks, entrees, salads, and even a couple desserts!
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Despite being a Mexican holiday, Cinco de Mayo isn't widely celebrated in Mexico. However, here in America, it's a day that's popularly celebrated with music, parties, and food. Mexican inspired food is a big part of the day. From tacos, to enchiladas, tostadas, street food, and classic margaritas, Cinco de Mayo is a day to embrace bold and spicy flavors inspired by Mexican cuisine.
If you're planning on making a Mexican inspired meal for Cinco de Mayo, I can definitely help you out with some recipe inspiration. I'm a huge fan of Mexican food and love taking inspiration from popular Mexican dishes for some of my recipes. So I've compiled a list of 25 meal ideas to help you kick off your Cinco de Mayo celebration with all kinds of tasty Mexican inspired cuisine!
25 Mexican Inspired Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
I've got your Cinco de Mayo celebration covered from breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even snacks and dessert! There's something for everyone including vegan and vegetarian recipes, a variety of proteins, and some unique takes on classic Mexican dishes.
Cheesy Mexican Taco Frittata
This Cheesy Mexican Taco Frittata is a great way to use up leftovers from taco night. This tasty frittata is made with taco meat, shredded cheddar, and served with lots of taco toppings! Serve it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
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Vegan Breakfast Tostadas
Say “buenos dias” to these Vegan Breakfast Tostadas inspired by the Power Plates cookbook. They’re made with toasty tortillas topped with homemade refried beans and lots of fresh, chopped veggies!
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Chorizo and Potato Tacos
Spicy chorizo sausage and baby potatoes make these Chorizo and Potato Tacos a tasty and flavorful dish to enjoy for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!
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Mexican Bruschetta
This Mexican Bruschetta is made with mashed avocado and a fresh salsa inspired topping. It’s a fun and flavorful twist on classic bruschetta that’s perfect for Cinco de Mayo.
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Mexican Rice Stuffed Mini Peppers
These Mexican Rice Stuffed Mini Peppers are a fun fiesta for your mouth made with sweet mini peppers, Mexican inspired rice, cheddar, and a variety of toppings!
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Baked Wonton Beef Tacos
Turn taco night into a party with these Baked Wonton Beef Tacos made with taco filling, cheese, and wonton wrappers!
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Easy Baked Chicken Taquitos
Need a quick and easy way to spice up your weeknight? These Easy Baked Chicken Taquitos are a fast and family-friendly recipe that’s ready under 30 minutes!
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Jalapeno Popper Monkey Bread
Can’t choose between cream cheese or cheddar cheese jalapeno poppers? Have both! This Jalapeno Popper Monkey Bread combines the best of both in a fun, pull-apart style bread!
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Mini Taco Pies Two Ways
These Mini Taco Pies are made two ways to satisfy everyone’s taste buds on game day or any time the craving for a snack with kick hits!
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Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad
This Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad is a great way to enjoy sweet summer corn! It’s made with bowtie pasta, grilled corn, black beans, red onion, and a delicious elote inspired dressing!
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Black Bean Taco Salad
This colorful Black Bean Taco Salad is a flavorful fiesta for your mouth made with lettuce, black beans, veggies, cheddar cheese, tortilla strips, and a healthy taco seasoned dressing!
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Chicken & Refried Bean Sheet Pan Nachos
Put a fun spin on taco night with these easy Chicken & Refried Bean Sheet Pan Nachos made with better-for-you ingredients!
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Avocado Chimichurri Steak Skewers
Wow your taste buds with these Avocado Chimichurri Steak Skewers. These juicy steak skewers are topped with creamy avocado chimichurri sauce and caramelized onions that makes it the perfect dish to kick off the official start of grilling season!
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Hatfield® Pork Chile Verde Burrito Bowl
These slow cooker Hatfield® Pork Chile Verde Burrito Bowls are an easy, flavorful weeknight dish that you can start in the morning and prep ahead of time for convenient cooking!
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Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Peach Corn Salsa
Fire up the grill to make these Grilled Shrimp Tacos topped with a fresh and flavorful peach corn salsa for the ultimate summer Taco Tuesday!
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Plant Based Portobello Mushroom Tacos
You won’t miss the meat in these fresh and tasty Plant Based Portobello Mushroom Tacos! They’re a flavorful, one pan, meatless twist on taco night!
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Grilled Steak and Corn Street Tacos
Juicy, tender steak fills these Grilled Steak and Corn Street Tacos along with sliced red onion and sauteed corn. The tacos are then topped with lime juice, pico de gallo, and fresh cilantro before serving.
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Easy Mahi Mahi Tostadas
These Easy Mahi Mahi Tostadas are fresh and flavorful, made with taco seasoned mahi mahi fish filets, lettuce, refried beans, and topped with fresh salsa and sour cream.
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Jackfruit & Black Bean Tostadas
Go meatless on Taco Tuesday or Cinco de Mayo with these smoky, chipotle Jackfruit & Black Bean Tostadas topped with crunchy lettuce, Cotija cheese, and green onions!
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Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili
This Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili is a one pot meal that is perfect for meatless nights! It's made with sweet potatoes, black beans, green bell peppers, and, of course, all of the satisfying flavor of a classic homemade chili without the meat!
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Turkey Taco Stuffed Peppers
These Turkey Taco Stuffed Peppers are a delicious way to use up leftover taco meat in a healthy meal your family will love!
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Turkey Taco Stuffed Tomatoes
These Turkey Taco Stuffed Tomatoes are a simple way to enjoy taco night by ditching the tortilla and keeping traditional taco flavors!
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Easy Chicken Fajita Casserole
This Easy Chicken Fajita Casserole is a one dish meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights, Taco Tuesday, or any day of the week! It has all of the flavor of chicken fajitas without the mess!
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Air Fryer Churro Wonton Chips
If you love the cinnamon sugar flavor of churros, you’ll love these 5 minute Air Fryer Churro Wonton Chips made with wonton wrappers, a sweet butter mixture, and cinnamon and sugar!
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Tajin and Chamoy Fruit Skewers
These sweet and spicy fruit skewers are made with mango, watermelon, pineapple, and jicama. They’re finished with Tajin and chamoy for a burst of salty, sweet heat!
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If you're looking for a fun DIY to make to after your meal to celebrate the occasion, try this DIY Margarita Salt Scrub! It's actually made with lime and tequila!
What's your favorite Mexican inspired recipe? If you made any of the recipes listed above, share them on social media using the hashtag #holokahome. Don’t forget to tag me @holokahome!
