25+ Must Have Mexican Food Recipes (2024)

posted by Cyndion September 11, 2015 11 comments »

25+ Must Have Mexican Food Recipes! I’ve complied a list that haseverything from appetizers, entrees, and snacks. You’ll be enjoying Mexican food for days. You’re welcome!

Happy Friday guys!! If you’re new to my little internet space, then you probably don’t know that I’m obsessed with Mexican food.

As in, I could eat it for dinner. Every. Single. Night.

I love how versatile and easy Mexican food is to prepare. It’s one of the first foods I learned how to cook when I was younger, so it has a special place in my heart and belly, hehe. One of the best parts of Mexican food are all the differentflavors you get.

With school starting and everyone being busy, I wanted to bring you a great list of delicious must try recipes. All of these recipes are from food blogger friends and I know that theirrecipes are scrumptious and amazing. You’re going to love this round-up!!

If you see something you like, please make sure to click the link and show the food bloggers some love!

Tex-Mex Enchilada Casserole by My Kitchen Craze

Cajun Shrimp Tacos by My Kitchen Craze

Fish Taco Bowls with Cilantro Lime Rice and Grilled Pineapple by Flavor the Moments

Chimichurri Chicken Tacos with Tomato & Watercress Salad by Savory Nothings

Chipotle Turkey Taquitos by Bake. Eat. Repeat.

Quinoa & Black Bean Enchilada Stuffed Zucchinis by Tastes Lovely

One Pot Stove Top Enchiladas – Summer Style by She Likes Food

{Crockpot} Salsa Verde Honey Lime Chicken Tacos by A Latte Food

Chickpea Spinach Corn Quesadillas by Cook with Manali

Tropical Coconut Shrimp Tacos by Tastes Lovely

Skinny Queso Dip by Life a Little Brighter

30-Minute Summer Vegetable Tostadas by She Likes Food

One Pan Taco Macaroni & Cheese by Pumpkin ‘N Spice

Quinoa and Sweet Potato Enchilada Casserole by Kristine’s Kitchen

Cheesy Salsa Verde Chicken Tortilla Pie by My Sequined Life

Roasted Verde Chicken Enchiladas by Mariah’s Pleasing Plates

{One Pan} Mexican Rice Skillet by Life Made Sweeter

Mexican Shepherd’s Pie by The Recipe Rebel

Blackened Cod Fish Tacos by Cooking LSL

Southwest Chicken Taquitos by Go Go Go Gourmet

Stacked Chicken Enchiladas by Kristine’s Kitchen

Mexican Meatball Soup (Albondigas) by Mariah’s Pleasing Plates

Taco Stuffed Potatoes by The Seasoned Mom

Fire Grilled Tomato and Red Pepper Salsa by Floating Kitchen

Mexican Scalloped Potatoes by The Recipe Rebel

Grilled Mexican Street Corn Salad by Flavor the Moments

Tequila-Spiked Mango and Avocado Salsa by Floating Kitchen

Zesty Guacamole by Pumpkin ‘N Spice

Spanish Rice by My Kitchen Craze

Easy Salsa Verde with Seasoned Tortilla Chips by My Sequined Life

Mexican Street Corn by Cooking and Beer

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published on September 11, 2015

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  1. miraReply

    Great roundup Cyndi! Thanks for sharing ! Thanks for including my tacos recipe, too!

  2. Liz @ Floating KitchenReply

    This is my kind of round-up! Mexican food all day, everyday. That’s my official stance. Oh and margaritas too! Thanks for the salsa love!

  3. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N SpiceReply

    This roundup is making me hungry, Cyndi! I could pretty much eat Mexican food all day, every day, so I’m loving this! Thanks so much for sharing my mac ‘n cheese and guacamole, friend! Have a great weekend!

  4. Cheyanne @ No Spoon NecessaryReply

    I am totally with you on the Mexican food obsession! This is a fantastic round up! Next time I am craving Mexican (like in 5 minutes), I know exactly where to go for inspiration! Thanks for sharing the yum! Cheers to a fabulous weekend!

  5. marcieReply

    Mexican is my go-to — it can be so quick and it’s always fresh and delicious! I can eat it every single day, too, so this round up is perfect for me. Thanks so much for including my recipes, and have a great weekend, Cyndi! 🙂

  6. annie@ciaochowbambinaReply

    Oh my! What a fabulous round-up! I don’t know where to begin! Thanks for sharing, Cyndi! 🙂

  7. Kristine | Kristine's KitchenReply

    I could not live without Mexican food, and you’ve collected so many great recipes here! I’m pinning a bunch for later! Thanks for including my quinoa enchilada casserole and stacked enchiladas! 🙂

  8. IzzyReply

    I could totally eat Mexican food for every single meal too! In fact I just ate a taco salad for lunch, haha! And now I’m hungry again, lol! Thanks so much for including some of my recipes in this awesome list 🙂

  9. Kelly - Life Made SweeterReply

    This is such an awesome round-up, Cyndi! We love Mexican food! Thanks so much for sharing my rice! I can’t wait to try all the other recipes! Pinned 🙂

  10. Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat.Reply

    Great round-up Cyndi! So many things I want to make!! Thanks for including my taquitos!

  11. Denise @ Sweet Peas & SaffronReply

    I want them ALL!! But mostly I want to try the taquitos, because I’ve never tried them before and they look so yummy!!

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