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20 Best Taco Night Sides

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. 

Table of Contents

Appetizers

Mexican Street Corn Feta Dip

Mexican Street Corn Dip
Serve this Mexican Street Corn Dip as a crowd pleasing appetizer, a tasteful spread for poultry, or a snack to be enjoyed by the spoonful. Warm cheese, mayo, and roasted corn never tasted so good!
Check out this recipe
mexican street corn dip served in a grey ceramic bowl garnished with lime wedges, cilantro leaves, on a green backdrop.

Pomegranate Guacamole

Pomegranate Guacamole
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.
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pomegranate guacamole garnished with fresh pomegranate seeds, lime wedges, and chips in ceramic bowl on white background.
Bowl of pomegranate Guacamole garnished with cilantro and lime wedge with tortilla chips and spoon in bowl.

Healthy Cowboy Caviar

Black Eyed Pea Caviar
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.
Check out this recipe
black eyed pea caviar in large round white dish garnished with a few tortilla chips.
black eyed pea caviar in large round white dish garnished with a few tortilla chips.

Easy Mango Salsa

Easy Mango Salsa
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!
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ceramic bowl filled with fresh mango salsa and chips with greenery around it.

Peach Jalapeño Salsa

Peach Jalapeno Salsa
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.
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jalapeno peach salsa tossed in large white mixing bowl with silver spoon in bowl.
jalapeno peach salsa tossed in large white mixing bowl with silver spoon in bowl.

Avocado Shrimp Ceviche

Avocado Shrimp Ceviche
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.
Check out this recipe
avocado shrimp ceviche salad on white serving dish beside a bunch of fresh cilantro and lime halves on gray background.
avocado shrimp ceviche salad on white serving dish on gray background.

Sides & Toppings

Food Processor Salsa

Food Processor Salsa
Juicy, salty tomatoes, sharp red onion, hot jalapeños, and citrusy cilantro combine into a fresh Food Processor Salsa that will impress all of your guests!
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food processor salsa in white serving bowl garnished with cilantro and tortilla chips surrounded by additional recipe ingredients.
food processor salsa in white serving bowl garnished with cilantro and tortilla chips surrounded by additional recipe ingredients.

Avocado Crack Dip

Avocado Crack Dip
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
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avocado crack dip in white serving dish with spoon in dip beside tortilla chips..
avocado crack dip mixed and placed in rectangular white serving dish on wood cutting board with chips and additional recipe ingredients beside and around dish.

Apple Cider Vinegar Pickled Red Onions

Apple Cider Vinegar Pickled Onions
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!
apple cider vinegar pickled onions in mason jar with jalapeños and herbs.
apple cider vinegar pickled onions in mason jar with jalapeños and herbs.

Cilantro Lime Basmati Rice

Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice
Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice is a perfect meal-prep staple. Grab the recipe to serve on taco night, with curry, kebabs, and more.
Check out this recipe
chipotle cilantro lime rice garnished with fresh limes in a grey bowl on green backdrop.

Street Corn Mexican Brussel Sprouts

Street Corn Mexican Brussel Sprouts
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. 
Check out this recipe
Street corn mexican brussel sprouts on white plate on top of white baking sheet surrounded by additional recipe ingredients.

Creamy Jalapeño Sauce

Creamy Jalapeño Dressing
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.
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creamy jalapeno sauce in glass beaker beside fresh jalapeno and small bowls of chopped peppers, tomatoes, and onion.
jar of remaining creamy jalapeno sauce after dressing taco salad in background.

Soup and Salad

Fiesta Chicken Tortilla Soup

Fiesta Chicken Soup
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!
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Two bowls of Fiesta Chicken Soup with spoons surrounded by avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and chips.
Two bowls of Fiesta Chicken Soup with spoons surrounded by avocado, jalapeno, cilantro, and chips.

Mexican Caesar Salad

Mexican Caesar Salad
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.
Check out this recipe
Tossed Mexican caesar salad in cream bowl with salad tongs in bowl on slate background beside lime wedges.
Tossed Mexican caesar salad in cream bowl with salad tongs in bowl on slate background beside lime wedges.

Healthy 7 Layer Salad

Healthy 7 Layer Salad
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.
Check out this recipe
Finished healthy 7 layer salad bowl garnished with queso and avocado slices in large bowl.
Finished healthy 7 layer salad bowl garnished with queso and avocado slices in large bowl.

Cocktails

Drinks are sides, too;) Because every Taco Night needs a delicious margarita.

Orange Jalapeño Margarita

Spicy Orange Margarita
Spicy margaritas are a favorite of mine. This Spicy Orange Margarita packs a real punch. Read on to grow your mixologist repertoire.
Check out this recipe
spicy orange margarita garnished with jalapeno slices and oranges on a white marble slab.
Two Spicy Orange Margaritas with Espolon tequila in the background.

Skinny Spicy Margarita

Skinny Spicy Jalapeno Recipe
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!
Check out this recipe
Two Spicy Skinny Margaritas on a gold serving tray and white cloth.
Two Spicy Skinny Margaritas on a gold serving tray and white cloth.

Spicy Mezcal Paloma

Spicy Mezcal Paloma
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.
Check out this recipe
three spicy mezcal palomas in glass jars with striped straw on wood cutting board.
three spicy mezcal palomas in glass jars with striped straw on wood cutting board.

Italian Margarita

Italian Margarita
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!
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two Italian Margaritas in glasses with whicker sleeves garnished with fresh flowers on marble slab.
a Italian Margarita garnished with fresh rosemary and dried oranges.

Tequila Key Lime Pie

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. 
Check out this recipe
half of a tequila key lime pie garnished with limes and toasted coconut on white background.
tequila key lime pie garnished with toasted coconut and lime slices in white baking dish.

Taco Night FAQs

What is Cinco De Mayo?

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.

I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below. It's my passion to create dishes that can be shared with others. Tell me something you loved, something that you think it might need, or just say hi!

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