These easy Cinco de Mayo recipes highlight some of the very best, must-have Mexican & Tex Mex inspired dishes. We’re talking enchiladas, tacos, nachos, fresh salsas, guacamole, street corn, Charro Beans and fajitas just to name a few! You’re going to find everything you’ll need and more to create your very own Cinco de Mayo party menu.
Ok, Mexican food lovers! It’s time to celebrate this Cinco de Mayo with our own fiestas! You and I both know no excuse is needed for enjoying all of our favorite Mexican food recipes. We live for guacamole and tacos, and chips and salsa are life. But when there’s a party to be had, the fiesta is on!
Table of Contents
- What Is Cinco de Mayo
- Cinco de Mayo Dips & Appetizers
- Non-Alcoholic Drinks
- Mexican-Inspired Main Dishes
- Tex Mex Casseroles
- Side Dishes
- Cinco de Mayo Desserts
What Is Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo is Spanish for the 5th of May and, in Mexico, is a minor holiday that commemorates the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. It’s also known as the Battle of Puebla Day.
However in the U.S., Cinco de Mayo has grown into a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage. And we celebrate in the best way possible… by eating delicious Mexican dishes, loaded with fresh and savory flavors, festive color and, of course, loads of tortilla chips!
So whether you’re throwing the party, bringing a dish or making a fun meal at home for your family, these recipes are just what you need.
Cinco de Mayo Dips & Appetizers
Loads of tortilla chips, dips and appetizers are absolutely expected for any Cinco de Mayo get-together. Fresh salsas and guacamole are not just great for dipping but make crave-worthy toppings for your main dishes too!
Non-Alcoholic Drinks
Made with frozen limeade concentrate, chunks of pineapple, seltzer water, pineapple juice and muddled cilantro, this mocktail is light and refreshing like an herb and fruit-infused water but with all the fizz of a spritzer.
Mexican-Inspired Main Dishes
What's the most eaten food on Cinco de Mayo? Everybody knows it's tacos! This easy recipe for Baked Creamy Tacos is the easiest way to make and serve tasty tacos to a crowd, making it the ultimate Cinco de Mayo party food. But hey! What about fajitas, nachos and enchiladas? Yeah, we got those too.
Tex Mex Casseroles
Layered enchilada casseroles and other cheesy Tex Mex dishes are the perfect way to feed a crowd for Cinco de Mayo. They are also the ideal choice if you are asked to bring a dish to a Cinco de Mayo potluck!
Side Dishes
Round out your meal or party with plenty of side dishes! From a fun taco pasta salad to more authentic dishes like Charro Beans, Mexican Street Corn Foil Packets and Green Chile Rice, a meal just isn't a meal without a good side or two.
Cinco de Mayo Desserts
Light desserts in traditional Mexican and Tex Mex flavors are a delicious way to top off your Cinco de Mayo menu! Lime, pineapple and coconut are always winners.
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