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Cinco de Mayo is a festive occasion that calls for delicious and vibrant Mexican-inspired dishes. From classic favorites like tacos And guacamole to more creative dishes like enchiladas, there’s no shortage of options to choose from. Whether you’re planning a small get-together or a larger celebration, here are some delicious Cinco de Mayo recipe ideas that are sure to impress your guests.
Don’t forget to decorate your table with festive accents like colorful tablecloths, Papel Picado banners and sombrero hats for an authentic Cinco de Mayo celebration.
Have a great time and enjoy! Happy Cinco de Mayo friends! 🙂
This is the best Taco Meat Recipe always! A little funky, made with my homemade taco seasoning, tomato paste, veggies like onions and peppers, plus a secret ingredient (shhh… it’s potatoes!).
Put away any spices you bought, we don’t need them anymore! make your own taco seasoning at home, this tastes just as good *if not better* than the store-bought kind.
The Grilled corn salsa is a refreshing appetizer, snack, side dish and especially fabulous as an addition to fish tacos or enchiladas. This stuff was made to be eaten for Cinco de Mayo!
All the flavors you know and love Mexican street corn stirred into creamy corn guacamole! An easy and stunning Cinco de Mayo appetizer!
The Pico de Gallo is the freshest, easiest and fastest salsa you can make. Also known as salsa fresca, this recipe can turn any taco or burrito into something amazing for Cinco de Mayo while also holding its own with tortilla chips.
taco dip is a super easy and oh-so-delicious appetizer that combines bean puree, a layer of cream cheese and sour cream, and all your favorite taco toppings. Serve with tortilla chips at your Cinco de Mayo party!
With just a handful of everyday ingredients, you can have dinner on the table in no time. Taco Rice prepared ground beef, rice, tomato soup, spices and cheese in a pan.
The Tostada bite Recipe is a delicious Mexican appetizer perfect for any party or tailgate! Super simple and easy to make, and will disappear fast!
Mexican corn casserole is a remix of Mexican Street Corn! With all the same Mexican flavors but fresh off the cob and oh so comforting!
Southwest Avocado Hummus is a crazy creamy-spicy hummus love child. Garbanzo beans, ripe avocado, garlic, jalapenos, and lemon juice make up this delicious dip!
The Cowboy caviar Recipe is a Tex-Mex inspired dip that’s been around for years! Enjoy neat, with fries or spooned on tacos! It’s the ultimate crowd puller for Cinco de Mayo!
This homemade, restaurant-style salsa takes about ten minutes to make in a blender or food processor. Canned tomatoes are mixed together with onions, garlic, cilantro, jalapeños and some spices. The perfect combination of chips and salsa for Cinco de Mayo.
Everyone loves guacamole, especially this classic fail-safe guacamole recipe! Perfect for any party and always a winner. Make this basic guac recipe with avocados and lime juice and add any extras you like!
deliciously simple, Teedo’s famous salsa will quickly become your new favourite. Stuffed with tomatoes, avocado, cilantro and lime juice. Perfect for chips and salsa at your Cinco de Mayo gathering!
Fresh tomato salsa is so easy to make and full of fresh flavors. This restaurant-style salsa requires just a few basic ingredients and 10 minutes.
The Mexican street corn is a delicious, easy to make side dish that’s perfect for Cinco de Mayo or any summer get-together!. It’s the perfect creamy, crunchy, and cheesy addition to almost any meal.
This slow-cooked Mexican pork is so tender, aromatic and just falls apart in shreds. Perfect for filling tacos, burritos, and nachos in this Cinco de Mayo! Make it in the oven or crockpot.
Tender, juicy, flavorful and crispy, that’s mine Pork Carnitas Recipe! Marinated, cooked and then crispy, enjoy in tacos or freeze for later! Braised low and slow in a Dutch oven OR use my pressure cooker instructions.
Taco Lettuce Wraps are the perfect low carb meal you need in your life. It’s so easy to make because it’s basically a taco-shaped salad!
Tacobell mexican pizza and its cultists refuse to make it go away forever. I take all risk away and create my own copycat version which I think is even better than the OG
Chicken Fajita Pizza combines the best of two cuisines, the Mexican and the Italian! You don’t have to feel guilty about this veggie-laden pizza.
Take your Friday pizza game to a few levels with this homemade pizza game Taco Pizza This is not only super delicious, but also packed with beans and vegetables! Yes, I put Doritos on the whole pizza.
This Birria Tacos are slow stewed beef that is boiled then shredded and fried in corn tortillas with shredded cheese. Top it off with white onions and fresh cilantro, then dip it in the thick and flavorful broth in which it’s cooked. You’ve never eaten a taco this decadent, and you’re going to LOVE it.
Chicken Fajitas are a quick and easy weeknight dinner! Cooked on the stovetop or in the oven, choose the method that best suits your cooking style – I’ll tell you how to cook them both ways! Get ready for a tasty, healthy meal to feed your family.
Spicy beef wrapped in soft flour tortillas, then drenched in red enchilada sauce and baked with melty cheese, these are my favorites Beef enchiladas!
Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas are creamy, cheesy and to die for! So easy and so delicious, the perfect weeknight dinner or Cinco de Mayo celebration!
The best of both worlds with these red and green two-tone enchiladas! Stuffed with shredded cheese, chicken, and salsa, these are going to be your newest Mexican-inspired family favorite.
This irresistible Chicken Quesadillas are filled with delicious chicken taco meat, lots of cheese and a secret ingredient that will blow your mind! They’re the perfect appetizer, an easy lunch, or even dinner!
Skirt Steak Tacos are an easy and super tasty Mexican-inspired meal that’s perfect for summer. Load it up with your favorite ingredients!
Simple and fast, this fish tacos are full of flavor! Topped with a simple salad and a drizzle of fish taco sauce, plus no frying!
I love a good casserole and that Taco Noodle Casserole is no exception! Get chicken, egg noodles, taco seasoning, and tons of cheese to make this easy and delicious dinner. Approved by mother and child!
This low carb Burrito bowl means enjoying Cinco de Mayo celebrations without the guilt. Or tortillas. Lots of veggies in this recipe, plus any toppings you can work up.
The Taco salad Recipe laced with Doritos will blow your mind! It’s a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies!!!
Cilantro Lime Rice is an easy side dish that goes well with chicken, pork or beef. Light and refreshing and perfect for your Cinco de Mayo party.
Salsa Verde Chicken Rice Skillet is a super easy, Mexican-inspired, one-pot wonder! Put everything in the pan and let it cook!