It’s that time of year again! Let’s celebrate with these easy cinco de mayo recipes. Browse and choose your favorite Mexican recipe.
I created a roundup of delicious cinco de mayo food ideas. Including Cinco de mayo Drinks, appetizers and main dishes.
These are some of the most popular Mexican recipes go-to’s for a super fun cinco de mayo celebration.
Get together with friends and family on cinco de mayo and cook your favorite Mexican dishes.
Most Popular Cinco de Mayo Recipes
You will love these easy recipes that are quick, delicious and inexpensive.
1. Cinco de Mayo Classic Margaritas
Margaritas are a favorite of many people all year round and are particularly popular in the summer.
Fresh lemons add a twist to a simple margarita recipe adding a little bit of sweetness to the citrus flavor and salty rim margaritas are known for!
2. Frozen Strawberry Margaritas
Quick and easy in a blender with minimal ingredients, no simple syrup or sugar!
Enjoy these frozen margaritas on your cinco de mayo celebration right away or store them in the freezer as a make ahead cocktail that’s ready for your next party!
3. Cilantro Lime Rice
Easy Cilantro Lime Rice recipe: Chipotle’s rival, perfect for burrito bowls & family dinners. Bright, zesty, and ready in 30 mins. Ideal for Cinco de Mayo!
4. Peach Margaritas on the Rocks
Savor the perfect summer vibe with a Peach Margarita.
A blend of fresh peach, tequila, and lime, ideal for sunny days and festive nights.
5. Grilled Corn Salad
Enjoy a fresh, easy Grilled Corn Salad, perfect for BBQs and potlucks.
With grilled corn, cherry tomatoes, and homemade dressing, it’s a summer favorite.
6. Authentic Chicken Quesadillas
These authentic chicken quesadillas made with shredded leftover chicken are a crowd favorite.
They are cheesy, crispy, easy to make and super delicious. Hands down the best chicken quesadillas!
7. Margarita Punch Mocktail
Margarita Punch, the perfect mocktail for Cinco de Mayo or any festive occasion. With a non-alcoholic twist and zesty lime garnishes, it’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
Ready to impress your guests? Mix up this easy, refreshing punch and enjoy the celebration. Cheers to unforgettable moments!
8. Best Pico de Gallo Recipe
Everyone that has tried this Pico de Gallo simple and authentic recipe has loved it.
Just 5 ingredients and you will have the best salsa you have ever tried!
Great pico de gallo recipe to accompany the best guacamole for this coming cinco de Mayo.
9. Delicious Guacamole Recipe
This is the best guacamole recipe ever!
I have tried many variations and this is the one that comes back a winner time and time again.
Always use fresh ingredient for an authentic guacamole flavor.
10. Shredded Chicken Tacos
These chicken tacos are delicious and beyond simple.
It’s incredibly easy to make…involving only a few minutes of prep, and very little active cooking time.
Shredded Chicken Tacos recipe here
11. Big Batch Peach Margaritas
Level up your party menu with these oh-so-refreshing Big Batch Peach Margaritas!
Get ready to sip on pure peachy perfection!
12. El Sueno Cocktail
Kick your happy hour up a notch with the El Sueño Cocktail, where tequila meets the sunny vibes of citrus and a hint of vanilla. Ready to make your evenings unforgettable?
Give this a shake!
7. Best Cinco de Mayo Beef Tacos
Easy, quick, authentic carne asada street tacos you can now make right at home!
Top with onion, cilantro + fresh lime juice! SO GOOD!
8. Chicken Nachos
Friends, these Sheet Pan Chicken Nachos are my new food obsession.
These nachos are dangerously good and packed with lots of flavor!
9. Chicken Enchiladas
These Easy Chicken Enchiladas make the best Mexican dinner!
They’re stuffed with shredded chicken and cheese, topped with red enchilada sauce and baked.
10. Mexican Rice
This easy homemade Mexican rice with its bold Mexican flavors, will make your taste buds do a salsa dance, which makes it a perfect side dish for your Mexican dinner.
Best Dishes for Cinco de Mayo
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