Mexican food is always a great idea and these Cinco de Mayo meals are the perfect way to celebrate. Pick up some limes and and hot sauce, because things are about to get spicy.
I’m not kidding. There is really nothing more fun than making spicy, authentic Mexican dishes. My favorite thing about the food is that it is as colorful as it is flavorful—and judging by the vibrant ingredients in dishes like Mexican mash-up flatbread, your tastebuds are in for a fiesta.
Tacos, burritos, guacamole and salsa, Cinco de Mayo meals use fresh ingredients like tomatoes and avocado and combine them with spices like chili powder, cumin and paprika to make for dishes worthy of a celebration.
From rolled-up Mexican meals to healthy tortilla brunches, enjoy a Mexican meal on Cinco de Mayo and you’ll be happy you did.
47 Celebratory Cinco de Mayo Meals
From Sweet Mexican Cuisine Mashups to Crispy Mexican Pastries:
Jessica Marren — Apr 29, 2013 — Special
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DIY Spiked Watermelon Pops
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Make a Refreshingly Cool Treat
46
Deceptive Pub Grub Cakes
These Nacho Mama Cupcakes Will Keep Your Lucky Guest Guessing
45
Fried Pork Gelatin
The Unusual Flavoring of Bacon Jello Requires an Acquired Taste
44
Chocolate Covered Tortilla Chips
43
DIY Meatless Mexican Meals
This Bean and Butternut Burrito is a Savory Salsa Dish
42
Mexican Attire Cupcake Toppers
These Marshmallow Sombreros and Sarapes are Fabulously Festive
41
Bizarre Food Hybrids
Spaghetti Tacos are Slowly Taking the Country by Storm
40
Meatless Avocado Eggrolls
The I Wash You Dry Appetizer Adds a Little Green to a Take-Out Favorite
39
Salty Chocolate Nachos
El Pollo Loco Serves Up Chocolate Nachos for the Holidays
38
Frugal Vegan Photoblogs
Melody Polakow Shares How to Make Healthy Meals for $3.33/Day
37
Rolled-Up Mexican Meals
The 'Tacone' is Portable and Mess-Free Unlike a Traditional Taco
36
Candied Mexican Dishes
The Sugar Cookie Candy Tacos Put Your Halloween Candy to Good Use
35
Burrito-Prepping Robots
The Burritob0t App is the Perfect Complement to the Tacocopter
34
Grid-Based Restaurant Guides
The Cupcakes and Cashmere Guide to L.A.: Favorite Eats is Divided
33
Healthy Tortilla Brunches
Joy the Baker's 'Breakfast Nachos' are a Nutritious Morning Meal
32
Sweet Mexican Cuisine Mashups
These Fruit Tacos Offer a Unique Take on the Classic Savory Dish
31
Crispy Mexican Pastries
This 'Averie Cooks' Salsa-Stuffed Creation is Mouthwatering
30
Mayo Margaritas
Creamy Japanese Mayogaritas
29
Singed Citrus Confections
The Crema Chile Grapefruit Brûlée is Delectably Tart
28
Chocofied Mexican Cuisines
These Toffee Tortilla Chips are the Ideal Mix of Salty & Sweet Flavors
27
Margarita-Flavored Beers
Bud Light Releases the Lime-A-Rita
26
Pinecone-Mimicking Bread Feasts
Plain Chicken's Food Pull is a Nacho and Sandwich Hybrid
25
Cold Bubbly Gelatin Drinks
The Jello Bubble Tea Will Replace Your Cool Tapioca Cravings
24
Crunchy Chip Burgers
The Nacho Burger Promises Texture and Tons of Sauce
23
Solidified Mexican Sauces
Joy the Baker's 'Fried Guacamole' Post Hardens Side Dishes
22
Spill-Proof Platters
The Taco Plates Will Make Mexican Night Less Messy
21
Remixed Leftover Turkey Wraps
The Thanksgiving Burrito is a Tasty Festive Meal for the Day After
20
Deconstructed Fast Food Meals
The Cheeseburger Salad is the Healthy American Icon Alternative
19
Junk Food Crossbreeds (UPDATE)
Taco Bell and Doritos Join Forces to Make Doritos Locos Tacos
18
Spiced Fruit Refreshments
The 'How Sweet It Is Roasted Blueberry Basil Margaritas' are Inventive
17
Fruit Salsa Recipes
This Blueberry Lime Salsa is Infused With Unusual Fruity Ingredients
16
Individualized Salsa Appetizers
The 'Girl Who Ate Everything' Blog Shows How to Make a Layered Dip
15
Mexican Mash-Up Flatbread
The Closet Cooking Taco Quesadilla Pizza is Oozing in Flavor
14
Tempting Tex-Mex Noodles
Taco-Flavored Ramen is an Intriguing Culinary Hybrid
13
Taco-Loving Celebrations
The Arizona Taco Festival Pays Tribute to Mexican Gourmet
12
Deceptively Savory Sweets
The Taco Bell Birthday Cake Sets the Fiesta Mood
11
Half Time Tortilla Snacks
Chef Aaron Sanchez Incorporates Popchips Into Football Dishes
10
Savory Latin-Fused Sushi
Sushiritto San Francisco Makes Burrito Style Rolls
9
Asian-Infused Tacos
The Edamame Egg Salad Offers a Twist to the Classic Sandwich
8
Mexi-Jewish Food Combos
Nachos and Latkes Come Together to Create Latkchos
7
Taco Shell Kitchen Aids
The Food Filter Makes It Easier and Safer to Strain Food
6
Nutty Sandwich Nacho Dishes
This Delicious Nachos Recipe From FOODBEAST calls for PB&J
5
Fast Latino Breakfast Foods
Taco Bell Gives a Limited Launch to its A.M. Crunchwrap
4
Canine Mexican Cuisine
Dog City Bakery's Tumbleweed Taco is a Meal for Your Furry Friend
3
Fiery Tofu Squares
This Olives for Dinner Recipe Features a Tasty Kick of Sriracha
2
Cold Creamy Potages
The Avocado Soup with Sweet Corn and Bacon is Served Chilled
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DIY Nacho-Mimicking Bacon
These Bacon Nachos from Dude Foods Use Bacon Instead of Chips
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