11 Easy Mexican Recipes and Menu Ideas

Whether it’s Cinco de Mayo or you are just looking for some Mexican recipes or delicious menu ideas for a party, I have you covered. Check out this ultimate roundup of eleven of my best Mexican and Southwestern recipes, including tacos, enchiladas, and, of course, margaritas!  

Mexican food is quick and easy to make, and we have it often. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with the family and excellent for a fun dinner party with guests.

Now I’m not claiming that these are authentic Mexican recipes; in reality, they are probably more Tex-Mex or Southwestern. But, what I will say is all of these recipes are delicious, and I hope you will love them as much as we do!

Grilled Fish Tacos, Spicy Slaw, and Avocado Cream

Grilled Fish Tacos with Spicy Slaw and Avocado Cream just might become your new favorite taco, with chargrilled fish, coleslaw and avocado cream. These tacos feature the perfect balance of smoke, heat, and creaminess.

Easy Crunchy Taco Cups

This recipe for Easy Crunchy Taco Cups is the answer to your Mexican food cravings. Fun, quick, easy to make, and delicious to boot, these versatile, kid-approved, oven-baked taco cups with wontons are made with yummy ground turkey, taco seasonings, and melty cheese. Olé!

Ultimate Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

Ultimate Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas are spicy, incredibly yummy, and a great make-ahead dish for a festive dinner party or a casual weeknight meal.

Easy Homemade Pico de Gallo

Easy Homemade Pico de Gallo delicious, and if you have the five ingredients and five minutes to prepare it, you are in business! My authentic recipe is full of all things good for you, including tomatoes, onion, jalapenos, lime juice, and cilantro.

Shrimp and Bacon Quesadillas

Shrimp and Bacon Quesadillas are mouth-watering yummy, full of delicious briny shrimp, smokey bacon, and melted cheese all wrapped up in a warm crunchy tortilla.

Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos

Clocking in at less than 200 calories, these Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos are a delicious, light, and easy dish that your family will love.

Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa

These tacos are full of pan-fried sweet, briny, fresh shrimp. A healthy spicy slaw with mango, tomato, and avocado, round it out. It just doesn’t get much more delicious than this!

Taco Salad with Avocado Lime Dressing

Have you ever wondered how to make a taco salad that is both delicious and healthy? How about my Beef Taco Salad with Avocado Cilantro-Lime Dressing? Are you looking for a quick and easy taco salad with a yummy dressing recipe that your family will love? How about my Beef Taco Salad with Avocado Lime Dressing? Yes on both counts! You are definitely in the right place!

Tequila Lime Chicken Enchiladas

Easy Tequila Lime Chicken Enchiladas – when you hear the name, doesn’t it make you hungry?  Well, wait until you taste this delicious, easy chicken enchilada casserole; you will become a believer!

Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

Are you are looking for an easy, quick, low-calorie, and delicious entrée? If so, check out my Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa recipe. This yummy dish would also be a perfect choice for a party!

Jack’s Ultimate Frozen Margaritas

Margaritas are synonymous with Mexican food, parties, and, of course, Cinco de Mayo! Jack’s Ultimate Frozen Margaritas are a delicious frozen cocktail that is so incredible; after your first sip, you will want to shout olé!

For more easy Mexican recipes and menu ideas, check out my post 31 Cinco de Mayo Menu Ideas and Mexican Recipes, or my entire Mexican recipe collection.

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