Cinco De Mayo is just around the corner and I’ve got a handful of side dish recipes perfect for the occasion. Cinco De Mayo is definitely up there as one of my favorite food holidays because Mexican Cuisine is hard not to love.
Most people have the main dish down whether that be enchiladas, tacos, burritos or fajitas, but what do you serve with it? Taco Night Sides can be tough to come up with, but that’s where I’m here to help.
From to guac, to salsa, to dips, to veggies, and margs, I’ve got something for you. If you’re wanting festive side dishes for Cinco De Mayo (or just delicious homemade Mexican food for anytime of year) you’ve come to the right place to make it a tasty fiesta.
I love serving this Mexican Street Corn Dip as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a tasteful spread for poultry, or a snack you can enjoy by the spoonful. Warm cheese, mayo, and roasted corn have never tasted so good!
As if guacamole wasn't delicious enough, add a punch of flavor with some juicy fruit. This Pomegranate Guacamole has amazing contrasting flavors and textures and is perfect party appetizer, sandwich spread, or taco topper.
Lots of fresh Tex Mex veggies like corn, tomatoes, onions, and peppers combined with a hearty bean and a zesty vinaigrette come together to make a fantastic Black Eyed Pea Caviar.
This Easy Mango Salsa uses the most delicious seasonal mangoes, crunchy bell peppers and red onion and tangy lime to create a salsa perfect for summertime. It's sweet, spicy, and citrusy all in one bite!
This Peach Jalapeno Salsa is extremely flavorful with not only ripe peaches and spicy jalapeños, but also some crunchy apples, bell peppers, and red onion, along with creamy avocado and zesty lime to finish it out.
Made with fresh and nutritious ingredients, this Avocado Shrimp Ceviche is perfect to be enjoyed with chips, as a taco in warm tortillas, as a topping to your favorite protein, or over top bright greens for a tasty salad.
As if guacamole wasn’t already good enough, enter Avocado Crack Dip. Take classic guacamole ingredients, add some cheese, vinegar and oil and you’ve got a delectable dip you won’t want to stop eating
This Apple Cider Vinegar Pickled Onions recipe transforms regular red onions into a sweet, tangy, and zesty side and topping all in one jar. Prep a batch and pull them out for burgers, sandwiches, salads, and so much more. They're absolutely delicious!
If you need a taco side dish, look no further. With roasted corn, plenty of fresh cilantro, creamy cotija cheese, and crispy brussels, these Street Corn Mexican Brussel Sprouts will be the perfect side dish at your next taco night.
A creamy yogurt base, with plenty of flavor added with fresh jalapeños, herbs, and seasonings. You’re going to want to drizzle this Creamy Jalapeño Sauce on everything and it’s surely going to become a staple in your fridge.
This Fiesta Chicken Soup is a party in your mouth—and you'd never guess it's healthy. Warm tomatoes, juicy chicken, melty cheddar cheese, and crunchy tortilla chips make for a fun and cozy dish!
Sometimes Caesar salad can sound bland; but why not spice it up a notch by making this Mexican Caesar Salad – it’s a fiesta in your mouth! With salsa, caesar dressing, summer grilled corn on the cob, tender, juicy chicken, crunchy tortilla chips, this salad does NOT lack in flavor.
With layers of all your favorite taco ingredients this Mexican inspired, Healthy 7 Layer Salad Bowl is loaded with flavors and nutritious foods. Think ground beef, lettuce, NatureSweet Cherubs Tomatoes, onions, avocado, cojita cheese, salsa, and queso – it’s a Bowl without Borders everyone can enjoy.
This Spicy Skinny Jalapeno Margarita Recipe is made with fresh and real ingredients and packs the perfect amount of heat. It's perfect to enjoy outside on your deck or by the pool!
Swap out the tequila for mezcal, add a bit of jalapeño and you’ve got yourself a heated twist on a classic Paloma. This Spicy Mezcal Paloma is a tart and refreshing cocktail perfect for your next happy hour.
Made with fresh fruit juice, tequila, and club soda, this Italian Margarita recipe is perfect for when you're craving a sweeter and fizzier pick me up. Garnish with more fresh fruit and rosemary to make it complete!
Okay this is dessert, but margarita inspired. Your fiesta needs this!
Tequila Key Lime Pie
Looking for a Cinco De Mayo dessert recipe? You’ve come to the right place. This Tequila Key Lime Pie Recipe is next level delicious and gets a twist from classic key lime pie with the addition of tequila.
No, Cinco De Mayo is not Mexico’s independence day. Cinco De Mayo is actually the mark of the Mexico’s victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on March 5, 1862 in the Franco-Mexican war. Outside of Puebla, where the battle took place, Cinco De Mayo is a relatively minor holiday throughout Mexico. But in the United States where the holiday is quite popular and has developed into a celebration of Mexican heritage, culture, and cuisine. I know for sure that I am ALL for the celebration especially when it comes to the food. Read on for all the delicious Mexican recipes to enjoy for Cinco De Mayo and let me know in the comments which one you’re making!
What is Taco Tuesday?
Taco Tuesday is simply people eating tacos (or other Mexican recipes) on Tuesdays. In many U.S. cities, restaurants will often do specials on Tuesdays encouraging people to go out for tacos.
What should I bring to a taco pot luck?
Rice, beans, salsa, guac, slaw. Any of the sides listed above would be a great addition to your taco pot luck. You could also offer to bring the tortillas/taco shells or just the taco meat. Follow the taco filling recipe from my Ranch Taco Salad for perfectly seasoned ground beef.
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