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Published: Apr 21, 2014 Last Updated: Aug 25, 2022
Looking for some inspiration for Cinco de Mayo meals? Here are over 75 delicious dinner and dessert ideas to impress your family and friends!
Whether you’re looking for chicken enchiladas or homemade empanadas, we’ve got just the recipe for Taco Tuesday!
Cinco de Mayo Recipes
Looking for some inspiration forCinco de Mayomeals? Here are over75 delicious dinner and dessert ideasto impress your family and friends!
Doritos Casserole
Make dinner time exciting with this deliciously easyDoritos Casserole. Nacho cheese flavor meets seasoned taco meat, baked and covered with cheese! This is a family favorite meal that comes together in no time.
Taco Pizza Recipe
ThisEasy Taco Pizzarecipe is the perfect weeknight meal or game day food! Serve it up assembled or let your guests choose their toppings. It’s always a hit.
Guacamole
A classicGuacamole recipeperfect for scooping, dipping and topping. With creamy avocado and the bite of red onion, this Guacamole makes a perfect appetizer or accompaniment to any Mexican meal.
Mango Salsa
ThisMango Salsais tropical, refreshing, and totally delicious! Scoop it up with tortilla chips or add it to your favorite tacos for a sweet and spicy kick.
The Best 7 Layer Dip Recipe {with or without meat}
TheUltimate 7 Layer Dip recipeis packed with layers of Cream Cheese, Sour Cream, Ground Beef (and/or Beans), Guacamole, Salsa, Cheese, and more!
Tomatillo Salsa Verde Recipe
Try thisTomatillo Salsa recipefor an authentic, tangy Mexican salsa verde. Perfect for pairing with tacos, enchiladas or a big bowl of chips!
Pineapple Salsa
TropicalPineapple Salsais a spicy, sweet, colorful snack idea! So versatile, you can enjoy with tortilla chips or spoon it over your favorite grilled chicken or fish!
Easy Pico de Gallo recipe
This delicious, easyPico de Gallorecipe is made from fresh tomatoes, onion, jalapeno, and cilantro, with a touch of salt and lime juice. Fresh, crisp and perfect for scooping with tortilla chips.
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread
Lightly sweet cornbread is loaded with spicy jalapenos, onion and cheese in thisJalapeño Cheddar Cornbreadrecipe. It’s exactly the side dish you need on your dinner table tonight!
Jalapeno Spinach Queso
This warm, cheesyJalapeno Spinach Quesodip is the perfect game day recipe! Easy to assemble in one pan, making this dip “party perfect.”
Hot Jalapeno Corn Dip
Hot Jalapeno Corn Dipis the perfect spicy snack for a tailgating party, movie night or potluck. It’s easy to make with plenty of gooey cheese and just the right amount of heat!
Easy Cinco de Mayo Slow Cooker Recipes
Set it and forget it recipes to deliver and devour for your Cinco de Mayo parties!
- Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup
- Smoky Sweet Potato Chili
- Chicken Enchilada Soup
- Crockpot Enchiladas
- Slow Cooker Barbacoa Beef
- Tequila Chicken Tacos
- Chicken Taco Soup
- Crockpot Pork Carnitas
- Pumpkin Chili
- Chicken Taco Chili
- Turkey Taco Soup
- Slow Cooker Taco Chili
- Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Chicken Enchilada Chili
- Chicken and Rice Soup
- Southwest Chicken Chowder
Quick Cinco de Mayo Dinner Recipes
Quick and easy Cinco de Mayo meals that your whole family will enjoy!
- Chicken Avocado Enchiladas
- One Pot Chili Mac
- Fish Tacos with Avocado Sauce
- Baked Tacos
- Instant Pot Taco Soup
- Southwest Stuffed Peppers
- Chicken Enchilada Mac and Cheese
- Buffalo Chicken Tacos
- Enchilada Beef Roll-Ups
- Beef Enchilada Mac and Cheese
- Chicken Lime Enchiladas
- Mexican Lasagna
- Vegetarian Chili
- Butternut Squash Black Bean Enchiladas
- Jamaican Jerk Pulled Pork Tostadas
- White Chicken Chili
- Sante Fe Stuffed Peppers
- Southwestern Instant Pot Chili
- Creamy Salsa Chicken Stuffed Shells
Easy Side Dish Recipes for Cinco de Mayo
The most popular side dishes for your Cinco de Mayo events that are super easy to create!
- Texas Caviar
- Watermelon Salsa
- Avocado Bean Dip
- Mango Guacamole
- Turkey Taco Potato Boats
- Taco Cheese Ball
- Spinach and Cheese Empanadas
- Corn and Black Bean Salsa
- Rotel Dip
- Fruit Salsa
- Cilantro Lime Rice
- Layered Chicken Taco Salad
More Cinco de Mayo Recipes
A dozen more Cinco de Mayo recipes that are full of flavor and loved by all!
- Caramel Apple Empanadas
- Dulce de Leche Banana Cream Pie
- Taco Seasoned Oyster Crackers
- Cherry Beer Margaritas
- Homemade Taco Seasoning
- Southwestern Scrambled Eggs
- Taco Snack Mix
- Southwestern Egg Rolls
- Stuffed Taco Shells
- Southwest Chicken Salad
- Taco Tortilla Stacks
- Vegetarian Sweet Potato Tex Mex Skillet
- Southwest Chicken Quesadilla Salad
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Categories: Guides
Posted on April 21, 2014
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That looks delicious!
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Great resource! Look forward to checking them out.
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Becca and Aimee- Wow-what a mouth- watering list! I shouldn’t read this before I have had breakfast! Thanks for including us 🙂 Pinned!
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What a great list! I could eat Mexican food any day of the week so I love a day just devoted to it! Better get on my menu!
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Thanks for sharing my salsa!! What a fabulous round-up! I love Cinco de Mayo and all that comes with it. 😉
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Thanks for including my 5-Calorie Raspberry Lime Margarita Fizz (non-alcoholic) in your roundup, Becca & Aimee. Pinned!
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I’m wondering how many of these I can actually make for Cinco De Mayo! Too hard to choose just one or two!
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