The Ultimate Cinco de Mayo Party Menu: 65 Easy Mexican Recipes
Ready to throw a Cinco de Mayo party everyone will remember? We’ve rounded up 65 easy Mexican recipes bursting with bold, festive flavors to make your celebration unforgettable! From cheesy Mexican casseroles and irresistible dips to crowd-favorite tacos, enchiladas, zesty salsas, and sweet Mexican desserts, this collection has everything you need for a flavor-packed fiesta. Trust us — these mouthwatering Cinco de Mayo dishes are too good to miss!
Mexican Casserole With Ground Beef
This easy-to-make Mexican casserole recipe is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with flavor. Make it ahead for stress-free meals and entertaining.
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Easy Mexican Chicken Tacos: Crock Pot
Mexican crockpot chicken tacos recipe with simple ingredients , 5 min. prep time, turns out perfect every time you make tacos.
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Spicy Pico De Gallo
It’s quick and easy to make this Spicy Pico de Gallo using simple fresh ingredients. It’s a low-calorie condiment that adds a punch of flavor.
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Hearty Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup
Hearty Tex-Mex Chicken Taco Soup Recipe is an easy make- ahead soup recipe that is full of traditional Mexican seasonings and veggies.
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Mexican Wedding Cookies (Butterball Cookies)
These classic butterball cookies are a delightful treat. One of our all time favorite cookies for the holiday season, these pillowy cookies are made with 6 simple ingredients and don’t require you to chill the dough. Full of chopped walnuts and coated in a blanket of confectioner’s sugar, these cookies are easy to eat, and you’ll be happy to share them with friends and family.
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Festive & Zesty Mexican Macaroni Salad
Zesty Mexican macaroni salad with a creamy, tangy dressing, fresh vegetables, and a perfect kick of spice is a twist on a classic favorite!
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Authentic Mexican Restaurant-Style Salsa
It’s easy to make your own simple authentic Mexican restaurant-style salsa at home just like your favorite local Mexican restaurant.
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Zesty Mexican Cabbage Slaw with Lime Dressing
This authentic Mexican cabbage slaw recipe has bits of pineapple tossed in a zesty lime dressing for a fresh-tasting, brightly colored slaw.
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Traditional Mexican Steak Picado
Authentic Mexican Steak Picado Recipe smothers tender beef strips in a smoky tomato sauce with plabanos, jalapenos, green peppers, and onions.
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Cinco de Mayo Treats
These white chocolate covered fresh strawberries are sure to be a hit for Cinco de Mayo. Easy to make and very festive!
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Creamy Crockpot Taco Soup With Ranch Dressing
Easy to make Creamy Taco Soup with Ranch Dressing is packed with ground beef, beans, & veggies, all in a cheesy tomato and ranch broth.
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Mexican Rice Salad with Tangy Dressing
Mexican Rice Salad is bursting with flavor from black beans, whole grain brown rice, colorful veggies all tossed in a cilantro lime dressing.
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Fermented Salsa
Learn how to make fermented salsa. This step-by-step recipe is quick, easy, and makes delicious salsa.
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Mexican Cornbread Recipe
This Southern-style recipe elevates a classic moist cornbread to a flavorful Tex-Mex version. With the addition of green chilies and pepper jack cheese, we’ve taken the classic and added a twist.
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Easy Mexican White Bean Chili Recipe
White Bean Chili is a hearty meal loaded with a variety of beans, fresh corn, and authentic Mexican spice.
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Cheese Quesadillas
Learn how to make homemade cheese quesadillas your whole family will love. It’s easy with this step-by-step guide. Crispy golden!
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Corn Salsa Recipe
I want to teach you how to make this slightly spicy corn salsa Chipotle style with roasted poblano peppers, jalapeños, and sweet corn.
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Cheesy Taco Dip
This cheesy taco dip recipe with ground beef is a hot and creamy Crock Pot recipe that takes just 15 minutes to prepare.
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Tres Leches Cake
Tres Leches Cake – Also known as Three Milk Cake, this classic Mexican dessert is a sponge cake that is drenched in three types of milk!
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Mexican Tortilla Chicken Soup Recipe (Slow Cooker)
Cheesy Tortilla Mexican Chicken Soup Recipe is a rich blend of chicken, smoky fire-roasted tomatoes, and authentic Mexican spices.
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Fun Piñata Cupcakes Recipe
Simple to make scratch vanilla Pinata Cupcakes are topped with a smooth buttercream frosting and have a colorful sprinkle surprise inside.
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Delicious Green Salsa Recipe
A green salsa recipe without tomatillos is made with fresh ingredients such as tart green tomatoes, onions, chilis, garlic, and lime.
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Make Your Own Taquitos In The Air Fryer
Homemade taquitos in the air fryer are a tasty snack and party food you can make ahead. They cook up perfectly crisp in minutes!
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Mexican Hot Chocolate (Just Add Cayene Pepper!)
There’s nothing better than a warm cup of homemade vegan hot chocolate on a cold day, right? It’s super simple to make and perfect for when you’re in a rush but still want something cozy and delicious. Add a spicy kick with cayenne pepper to make vegan Mexican hot chocolate.
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Salsa Chicken: Slow Cooker
Salsa chicken in the slow cooker is an easy 10 minute prep, recipe for tender, flavorful shredded chicken for tacos, burritos, and more.
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Easy Roasted Jalapeños Recipe
Learn how to roast jalapeños using fresh peppers and an oven to create a charged smoky pepper that is easy to peel and tastes amazing.
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Super Cheesy Taco Mac And Cheese
Make fusion with Taco Mac and Cheese! Creamy, cheesy goodness meets spicy taco flavors, perfect for family meals or parties.
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Chocolate Tres Leches Cake
Chocolate Tres Leches Cake – A chocolate sponge cake that is drenched in three types of chocolate flavoured milk, and topped with chocolate whipped cream!
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Quick & Easy Cowboy Salsa
This quick and easy Mexican Caviar Recipe, also called Texas Caviar or Cowboy Salsa, doubles as a delicious salad or dip.
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Cheesy Slow Cooker Mexican Ground Beef Casserole
Layered Cheesy Slow Cooker Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef is made with classic Mexican seasonings, beans, peppers, tomatoes and cheese.
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Salsa Picante
Your quick-to-make homemade salsa picante recipe. Made with fresh ingredients like ripe tomatoes, onions, peppers, lime, and cilantro.
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Mexican Tomato Soup
Learn how to make Mexican Tomato Soup with fresh-picked tomatoes, authentic Mexican spices, and coconut cream.
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Mexican Flan
Flan is a silky vanilla custard topped with a yummy caramel sauce. It’s a very popular dessert that’s creamy, rich, and decadent.
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Easy Sofritas Recipe
Skip the takeout and recreate iconic sofritas Chipotle at home! This smoky, spicy, and tangy vegan dish is ready in just 20 minutes.
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Bold & Flavorful Seasoned Taco Meat
Homemade seasoned ground meat taco recipe is quick, easy, and packed with bold flavors for great beef taco meat.
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Seasoned Pinto Beans (Vegetarian)
These Vegetarian Crock Pot Pinto Beans are extremely easy to cook and always give you tender creamy beans full of delicious flavor.
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Easy Air Fryer Churros Recipe
Air Fryer Churros are golden tasty pastry treats, where every bite has a tender inside with a crispy outside that’s tossed in cinnamon and sugar.
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Roasted Cherry Tomato Salsa
Learn how to make this amazing roasted cherry tomato salsa recipe for canning. A step-by-step guide using a simple hot water bath method.
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Chicken In Green Salsa Recipe
Easy Slow Cooker Pollo Verde Recipe highlighting a fresh roasted salsa verde and a step-by-step guide for making this authentic Mexican dish.
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Cinco de Mayo Popsicles Recipe
Colorful Cinco de Mayo Popsicles represent the colors of the Mexican flag! Kids of all ages love these juice popsicles!
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Zesty Shrimp Pico De Gallo Recipe
Shrimp Pico De Gallo is full of zesty lime flavor, sweet onion, cilantro spiced shrimp that packs a punch to all your Mexican dishes.
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Mexican Chocolate Cake Recipe with Berries (gluten free, or not)
Mexican Moist Chocolate Cake with Berries (gluten free, or not) ~ this easy almost-flourless cake with the subtle hint of Mexican spices is decadent but light!
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Arroz con Leche (Mexican Rice Pudding)
Arroz con Leche (or Mexican Rice Pudding) is a delicious Mexican dessert made from simple ingredients including rice, milk, cinnamon, and sugar. It can be served hot or cold and is guaranteed to satisfy any sweet tooth.
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How Much Taco Meat Per Person
If you are hosting a Mexican dinner party, this is the taco meat recipe you will need to know how much taco meat per person to serve.
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Cherry Tomatoes Salsa Recipe
Cherry tomato salsa is packed with savory Mexican seasonings, fresh cilantro, and lime juice. Simple step-by-step instructions.
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Air Fryer Mexican Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas
Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas are tortillas filled with a creamy cheesecake filling, fresh strawberries, and cinnamon sugar coating.
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Pickled Jalapenos Refrigerator Or Canned
Cowboy candy, also known as candied jalapeños, is a delightful combination of pickled sweet and spicy flavored condiments.
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Easy Taco Rice Recipe
Taco Rice is ground beef, rice, tomato soup, seasoning & cheese. Serve with tortilla chips, tomato & lettuce for a well rounded meal.
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Mexican Chocolate Mousse Recipe With Ancho and Orange
Mexican Chocolate Mousse With Ancho and Orange combines the luscious flavor of Mexican chocolate with Triple Sec and a hint of ancho chile powder in a fluffy, creamy mousse! A sweet treat that’s hard to beat, and not a lot of effort…
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Raspados Mexicanos (Mango Raspado Recipe)
Raspados Mexicanos are the answer to sweeten up your day and cool you down. Try this version made with fresh, juicy mangoes!
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Chicken Enchilada Layered Casserole Recipe
This simple-to-assemble layered Tex-Mex chicken enchilada casserole is a 15-minute from-scratch recipe that bakes up ooey gooey and full of flavor.
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Coconut Macaroons Recipe
Coconut Macaroons are essentially a 5 ingredient cookie recipe that tastes delicious plain but downright divine dipped in chocolate. This easy Coconut Macaroons Recipe is perfectly soft and chewy on the inside while crisp and toasty on the outside.
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Creamy Chocolate Flan Recipe
This version of chocolate flan (a caramel custard) has condensed milk which gives it a creamy, luxurious texture and can be made ahead.
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Baked Queso Chicken Recipe
Baked Queso Chicken will be your new favorite week night meal! It’s not only QUICK and EASY, but delicious. With just a few ingredients and a special tip, you will have moist and tender chicken on the table with almost no effort.
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Easy Fried Ice Cream Dessert
You can make this Easy Fried Ice Cream Dessert in 25 minutes before freezing it! You’ll love this no-fry recipe with toasted corn flakes.
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Margarita Cupcakes with Tequila Lime Buttercream ~ Barley & Sage
Wish you could have your margarita and eat it too? These boozy margarita cupcakes are made with real tequila and topped with lime frosting!
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Mexican Pizza Copycat Taco Bell Recipe
Remember when Taco Bell took their Mexican Pizza off the menu? Well, it’s back (for now) because its cult following refuse to let it go away forever. I’m taking away all risk and creating my own copycat version that I think is even better than the original.
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Strawberry Churro Cupcakes Recipe
Strawberry Churro Cupcakes are tasty and moist vanilla cupcakes laced with a hint of cinnamon and topped with a creamy strawberry frosting.
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Strawberries and Cream Recipe (Fresas con Crema)
Strawberries and Cream, also known as Fresas con Crema, is the easiest no-bake Mexican dessert you’ll ever make! 5 ingredients and 10 minutes.
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Queso Dip
This creamy restaurant-style homemade queso dip recipe is a blend of gooey cheeses and Mexican seasonings with a punch of heat. It’s the perfect dip with tortilla chips or any of your favorite Mexican foods.
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Spicy Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cookies
Flourless Mexican Chocolate Cookies are sweet and tender with a kick of warm spices. An easy gluten free recipe inspired by spicy Mexican hot chocolate.
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Mexican S’mores Recipe
Mexican S’mores are warm and melty with a delicious cinnamon and spice flavor for a tasty campfire treat that can also be enjoyed indoors.
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Crock Pot Taco Soup with Ranch
Crock Pot taco soup is hearty, warm, and so satisfying. It’s an easy and flavorful dish made with ground beef or chicken, beans, corn, tomatoes, taco-inspired spices and Ranch dressing. Make it your own by adding more beans, or make it a thicker taco chili. Great flavors combine for a hearty dinner or cozy lunch.
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Mexican Paletas Popsicles
These colorful easy Mexican Paletas (fruity popsicles), made with four ingredients are refreshing on hot summer days and Cinco De Mayo.
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Host a Mexican Dinner Party
It’s easy to host a Mexican Dinner Party that your friends & family will rave about. using printable decorations and tasty recipes.
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37 Easy Dinner Recipes When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking
Cooking can feel like a chore, especially when you’re tired or just not in the mood to spend time in the kitchen. But that doesn’t mean you have to settle for bland or boring meals! This collection of easy dinner recipes is packed with comforting, flavorful dishes that require minimal effort from creamy garlic parmesan chicken to hearty soups and slow cooker favorites. With 37 delicious, low-effort recipes to choose from, you’ll find plenty of tasty options to make dinnertime a breeze. Keep scrolling to find your new go-to meal for those “I don’t feel like cooking” nights! Get All The Recipes: 37 Easy Dinner Recipes When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking