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What to Serve with Tacos

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Are you looking for simple and delicious side dishes to serve with your epic tacos?

Having written an entire cookbook on tacos and with many recipes on this site, I can share some of the tastiest original sides to bring your taco night to a new level!

an image collage of the best sides for tacos

Looking for great tacos? Check out these out-of-this-world taco recipes that come together in a flash.

Best Sides for Tacos

The best part about tacos is that no matter what you choose to serve on the side they’re still out of this world delicious. from sauces, dips, rice, and salads there are many options to pair them with!

The recipes below are great options for your next taco night. Simply click on the recipe to print it or save it to your favorite pinterest board for later!

Corn and Black Bean Salsa with Avocado
5 from 17 votes
Delicious Corn and Black Bean Salsa is full of fresh summery lime, cilantro, and ripe tomatoes for epic taco night.
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Mexican Cauliflower Rice
5 from 35 votes
This low-carb recipe is full of flavor and 100x better than the original.
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Oven Corn on the Cob
5 from 26 votes
Bake buttery corn all year round with this easy oven method.
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closeup of clear bowl filled with freshly made pico de gallo
Homemade Pico de Gallo
5 from 22 votes
Made with fresh ingredients, this Pico de Gallo is easy and the perfect topping.
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a bowl of cilantro lime rice
Cilantro Lime Rice
5 from 11 votes
Once you see how easy and flavorful this rice recipe is, you'll want to make this every time you enjoy taco night!
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cilantro lime cauliflower rice
Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
5 from 33 votes
Low-carb meals can be exciting, especially with this delicious cauliflower rice recipe.
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Bell Pepper nachos
5 from 37 votes
Use bell peppers to build the base for these epic loaded nachos.
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Avocado and Shrimp Salad
5 from 33 votes
Super refreshing and easy to make for your Taco Tuesday.
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Spicy Guacamole Recipe
5 from 40 votes
Great for beginners, adjust the heat level to your preference with this simple Guacamole recipe.
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large skillet of spanish cauliflower rice
Spanish Cauliflower Rice
5 from 24 votes
You'll love this low-carb and keto-friendly recipe.
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small white bowl of pineapple salsa on a plate with tortillas and a lime wedge
Fresh Pineapple Salsa
5 from 21 votes
Fresh pineapple is packed with epic flavors that taste like a party for your tastebuds.
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Corn and Tomato Salad Recipe
5 from 25 votes
This healthy recipe is packed with flavor and is a perfect side dish for the grilling season.
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guacamole in a bowl
Easy Guacamole Recipe with Salsa
5 from 14 votes
Great for topping chips and tacos! Comes together in about one minute.
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Southwest Quinoa Salad Bowls
5 from 32 votes
Southwest Quinoa Salad is healthy, comes together really fast, and is great for lunch prep.
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Cheesy Cauliflower Rice in a bowl
Cheesy Cauliflower Rice
5 from 42 votes
This low-carb cheesy Cauliflower Rice rounds out your family's dinner while tasting delicious.
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top view of santa fe chicken salad
Southwest Santa Fe Chicken Salad
5 from 25 votes
Make this salad with or without chicken when you want something crunchy on the side. It comes together with many taco-staple ingredients.
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Easy Side Salad
5 from 35 votes
This veggie packed salad is one you'll want to serve every night.
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Mint Watermelon Salad
5 from 26 votes
A light side for when the temperatures are high and you've made filling tacos!
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homemade nachos on a cooking tray with avocados and salsa on the side
Easy Nachos at Home
5 from 27 votes
Make these in 5 minutes and enjoy it as a table-side appetizer before you dig into your taco feast!
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Roasted Peppers and Onions
5 from 16 votes
Tender roasted peppers and onions with crispy brown edges. Great for salads, wraps, fajitas, and TACOS!
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roasted potatoes on a baking sheet
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes
5 from 24 votes
These Fingerling Potatoes are perfectly seasoned on the outside and buttery soft.
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Oven-Roasted Red Peppers 
5 from 19 votes
Follow this step-by-step for easy peel roasted red peppers that pair amazingly with tacos.
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image: Four full jars of canned red salsa
Canned Salsa
4.97 from 165 votes
Make your own fresh salsa anytime with this step-by-step canning guide for beginners.
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sliced and grilled vegetables on skewers
Grilled Veggie Kabobs
5 from 40 votes
This recipe highlights cook times, pairings, soaking the skewers, and marinades for an epic taco night side.
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image: three grainless tortillas sitting on a counter next to a tortilla press nad balls of homemade tortilla dough
Grain-Free Tortillas
4.91 from 22 votes
A simple and grain-free recipe that comes together in a single bowl and will revolutionize taco night.
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For quick and delicious tacos in the oven, try our baked tacos!

Make your next taco night even better with these super simple and delicious side dishes.

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