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Healthy Mexican Recipes

by Laura Fuentes

Sep 12, 2023
updated Sep 15, 2023

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When you crave Mexican food for dinner, these healthy and easy recipes are the thing to make!

Classic foods like tacos, nachos, soups, and fajitas make any meal epic. Whether you enjoy jalapeño’s heat, avocado’s creaminess, or the crunchiness of corn tortilla chips, these recipes guarantee flavor and nutrition!

Healthy Mexican Foods

Packed with flavor, textures, and good-for-you ingredients, these Mexican recipes go from healthy burritos to low-carb nachos and, of course, delicious tacos! Get ready to drool with these tasty meals.

Mexican Cauliflower Rice
5 from 29 votes
100x better than the traditional, this Mexican Cauliflower Rice recipe is low-carb and full of flavor.
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two bowls of healthy enchilada soup with tortilla chips in it
Healthy Enchilada Soup
5 from 17 votes
This healthy soup takes all the rich flavor of enchiladas and serves it up in a bowl!
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Copycat Chipotle Burrito Bowls
5 from 21 votes
These healthy burrito bowls are easy to prepare and your entire family will love to build their own!
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Slow Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos
5 from 24 votes
The juiciest, most flavorful pork carnitas tacos made in the slow cooker is what you’ll get with this drool-worthy recipe.
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turkey tamale skillet in a bowl
Turkey Skillet Tamale Pie
5 from 13 votes
Make these healthy "tamales" in a hurry with the simple pan method!
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mexican short rib tacos
Short Rib Tacos
5 from 10 votes
Tender braised beef cooked low and slow in a smoky adobo sauce, these Mexican Slow Cooker Short Rib Tacos are delightfully healthy comfort food.
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bell pepper nachos
Bell Pepper Nachos
5 from 25 votes
Low carb and delish these bell pepper nachos are everything you want from the classic appetizer, with a healthy twist!
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burrito bowls
Salsa Chicken Cauliflower Rice Bowls
5 from 22 votes
Topped with chicken, guac & sour cream, this low-carb Chicken Burrito Bowl makes one epic dinner.
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Auntie’s Mexican Chicken Tacos
5 from 8 votes
These Mexican chicken tacos are perfectly seasoned and delicious! Load them up with your favorite toppings for the ultimate taco night.
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two tacos rancheros on a sheet pan
Easy Tacos Rancheros
5 from 14 votes
The classic tacos rancheros with black beans, fried eggs, and fresh pico de Gallo!
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Grilled Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw and Sriracha Sour Cream
5 from 9 votes
Flaky white fish with crunchy slaw and a creamy Sriracha drizzle, is a healthy and delicious Mexican-inspired dinner idea.
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SouthWest Breakfast Burritos
5 from 10 votes
Try these breakfast burritos stuffed with scrambled eggs, southwest roasted veggies, cheese, and salsa, for a satisfying healthy meal.
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Roasted Curried Cauliflower Tacos with Pineapple Salsa
5 from 12 votes
Made with simple ingredients, these roasted curried cauliflower tacos are healthy and delicious!
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10-minute Pineapple Shrimp Tacos
5 from 16 votes
No grill? No problem. Make these pineapple shrimp tacos in just 10 minutes for a quick and easy taco night.
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Blackened Salmon Fish Tacos
5 from 12 votes
Epic salmon fish tacos with a blackened seasoning crust served with tender fajita veggies and a creamy cilantro lime dressing.
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Mushroom Tacos with Poblano Peppers
5 from 13 votes
These mushroom tacos are sauteed with poblano peppers for the ultimate filling and flavorful meal.
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Spicy Chicken Tacos with Honey Sriracha Sauce
5 from 17 votes
You'll love the mild burst of flavors of these marinated and grilled spicy chicken tacos!
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Healthy Fajita Recipes

Tender meat and veggies come together in these healthy fajita recipes your family will love to crave!

Chicken Fajita Bowls with Rotisserie Chicken
5 from 9 votes
Got a rotisserie chicken? Make these chicken fajita bowls real quick for a healthy dinner!
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Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
5 from 19 votes
These sheet pan shrimp fajitas are the perfect recipe for busy weeknights when you need good food fast!
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Chicken Fajita Tacos
5 from 30 votes
See how to make chicken fajitas fast with a simple marinade and fresh ingredients! Sautéed chicken, peppers and onions, it’s your favorite Text Mex dish for Taco Tuesday!
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Quick Chicken Fajita Marinade
5 from 34 votes
The BEST chicken fajita marinade makes a healthy version of the classic recipe in just 20 minutes! Add up to 2 lbs of chicken and enjoy! 
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Roasted Peppers and Onions
5 from 6 votes
Tender roasted peppers and onions with golden brown edges. They make a delicious and healthy topping for salads, wraps, fajitas, and more! 
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Healthy Salsa Recipes

All the delicious recipes above are even tastier when you grab a spoon to top them with one of these terrific salsas. From classic to chunky salsa, there’s something here for everyone!

small white bowl of pineapple salsa on a plate with tortillas and a lime wedge
Fresh Pineapple Salsa
5 from 15 votes
Sweet & fresh pineapple salsa is packed with flavors and tastes like a party for your chips, tacos, and tastebuds!
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Chunky Avocado Salsa
5 from 14 votes
This avocado salsa is packed with all the flavors you love from guacamole that’s perfect for topping grilled meat, tacos, or chips!
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Homemade Pico de Gallo
5 from 17 votes
Easy Pico de Gallo made with fresh ingredients and the perfect topping for any chip or taco!
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How to Can Salsa the Easy Way
4.96 from 141 votes
A fresh batch of salsa is possible when you have these step-by-step canning instructions for beginners!
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Corn and Black Bean Salsa with Avocado
5 from 13 votes
A delicious corn and black bean salsa packed with fresh and summery flavors of lime juice, cilantro, and ripe tomatoes!
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