Healthy Cinco de Mayo Recipes

Do you love Mexican food? If so, then you’re going to want to save these recipes. Not only are they packed with flavor, they are also better-for-you.

Featuring fresh ingredients — like homemade salsas, fiber-rich tacos and burritos and vegetable-forward mains. Enjoy these 24 Healthy Mexican Recipes!

4-Ingredient Black Bean Taquitos

Black Bean Taquitos made in the air fryer! Crispy bean taquitos made in the air fryer with just a handful of ingredients. 

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Healthy Queso Dip

This healthy queso dip is a must for tacos, nachos, burrito bowls and more. Ready in just minutes.

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Fajita Enchiladas

These fajita enchiladas are perfect for Cinco de Mayo. Roast everything in the oven, tuck into tortillas, cover in a homemade enchilada sauce and bake!

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Spinach and Lentil Enchiladas

Spinach and Lentil Enchiladas with homemade enchilada sauce! Packed with protein, a healthy and guilt-free enchilada recipe.

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Salsa Roja (blender salsa)

Smoky, creamy salsa roja! Made in the blender in less than 10 minutes. Roja salsa with simple, pantry ingredients: dried chili peppers, canned fire roasted tomatoes and onions. 

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Easy Crispy Tacos with Queso Dipping Sauce

Crispy Air Fryer Tacos with a 4-Ingredient Queso Dipping Sauce. A healthy, satisfying meal with both stove-top and air-fryer directions.

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Peach Habanero Salsa

If you love salsa with some sweet heat, you’ve gotta try this fresh peach salsa with habanero peppers. This fresh peach habanero salsa is the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. Enjoy it on tacos, with chips or anywhere you enjoy salsa.

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Zucchini Enchiladas

Zucchini Enchiladas! If you love enchiladas, then you’ve gotta try these corn and zucchini enchiladas. A must for summer.

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Blackberry Jalapeño Margarita

This blackberry jalapeno margarita is the perfect summer cocktail recipe for entertaining! Jalapeño infused simple syrup with blackberries, lime juice and tequila.

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Black Bean Soft Tacos

Craving some hearty and tender black bean soft tacos? These tacos are full of fiber and protein and come together in about ten minutes. Fresh flavors of tomato and onion are mixed with warm spices such as chili powder and cumin to make these tacos as flavorful as possible. 

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Salsa Verde (3 ways)

Make tomatillo salsa with this homemade salsa verde recipe featuring 3 different methods: raw green salsa, roasted tomatillo salsa, and avocado salsa verde.

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Pico de Gallo

The best pico de gallo recipe! If you are looking for a fresh homemade salsa recipe, you must try this one. With only 5 ingredients, you’ll want to make this pico de gallo recipe all year.

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Fresh Mango Salsa

The Best Fresh Mango Salsa Recipe! If you have ripe mangos, you’ve gotta try this easy mango salsa recipe. Ready in just 10 minutes with only 6 ingredients.

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Air Fryer Cauliflower Tacos

If you like cauliflower wings, then you’ve gotta try these air fryer cauliflower tacos. Paired with softened tortillas and cilantro lime slaw for the perfect summer taco.

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Frozen Strawberry Basil Margarita

A fresh twist on a classic! Frozen Strawberry Basil Margaritas with basil-salt rim. Naturally sweetened!
The basil really heightens the strawberry, but also great without it.

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Black Bean Enchiladas

Black Bean Enchiladas with homemade enchilada sauce! This meatless recipe is packed with protein and fiber– healthy and delicious!

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Potato and Mushroom Tacos

These potato tacos are deliciously fresh and flavorful. Made with yummy homemade chimichurri sauce, these tender tacos are full of delicious flavors you will love. Super easy to make with potatoes and mushrooms, you will love this unique taco recipe. 

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Creamy Jalapeno Sauce

Creamy Jalapeno Sauce! Similar to Salsa Dona from TacoDeli in Austin, Texas this jalapeno salsa is SO good! Spicy jalapeno salsa that tastes great on everything. A must-make if you like the heat!

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Heart Healthy Tacos

Taco meat made with lentils is the perfect filling for these crispy tacos. Flavors of chili powder, garlic, and cumin come together to create the most satisfying vegan taco meat you’ll ever have. A 5-star rated recipe for a reason, these lentil tacos are a must-try!

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Zucchini and Corn Tacos

These zucchini tacos are made with crispy zucchini, avocado, corn, and garlic. You can use fresh, canned, or frozen corn for these tacos, making them super versatile and perfect for busy weeknights. 

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Fresh Black Bean and Mango Salsa

Fresh black bean and mango salsa! This recipe hits all of the snacking spots for me: savory, slightly sweet, fresh ingredients, and lots of varying textures.

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Homemade Enchilada Sauce

This is the sauce that made me love enchiladas. This homemade enchilada sauce is a must if you are making your own enchiladas– this sauce really is the best.

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Copycat Chipotle Sofritas Tacos

Copycat Chipotle Sofritas tacos, just like you get at Chipotle! If you’ve tried their sofritas tofu before, then you’ve gotta try this copycat version. Braised tofu in a spicy adobo sauce with pinto beans and spices, this recipe is delicious! 

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