I will always be in the mood for Mexican food! It is the cuisine that has all my favorite flavors and dishes- enchiladas, salsa, burritos, tacos, margaritas, and tequila… just to name a few. All delicious!
If you love Mexican food for dinner, like I do, then this post is for you. All the Mexican style recipes you need for a great Cinco De Mayo dinner.
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Traditional Mexican Drinks
Nothing will start your party better than some great Margaritas on the Rocks! Make it with some Jalapeno Infused Tequila for a little kick.
But really any tequila based cocktail will pair perfectly with all the dishes you prepare.
If you have some guests that would prefer a virgin cocktail, check out this Margarita Mocktail, they will be delighted.
Here are some of our other favorite Mexican Style Cocktails:
Simple Mexican Appetizer Recipe
It doesn’t get more traditional than chips and salsa as an appetizer for a Mexican Dinner. I have created an easy salsa recipe that is full of delicious flavors. Blend together tomatoes, garlic, onions, cilantro, lime, salt, and a touch of sugar. It is perfect with salty tortilla chips!
Also check out these other salsa and dip recipes:
Easy Mexican Dinner Entrée Recipes
It is not just a name, this really is my favorite Chicken Enchilada recipe! This is a Mexican dinner entrée that is easy to make and super delicious. A great crowd pleaser.
Some other enchilada recipes to check out:
Mexican Food For A Crowd
If you are feeding a crowd for Cinco De Mayo, then Carnitas or Barbacoa will be your go to recipes! They make great tacos, rice bowls, burritos, or enchiladas.
Ground Beef Tacos are another great options for crowds. You may want to double or triple the recipe depending on your group size.
Doubling and Tripling Recipes
On Mom’s Dinner you can easily double recipes. Simply hover over the serving size in the recipe card. Use the +/- slider that appears to change how many servings you need and the recipe card will update the amounts for each ingredient.
Healthy Mexican Dinner
You will love these healthy Enchiladas made in zucchinis. The nice thing is that you will not even miss the tortilla. They are completely filling and you will still feel like you are eating a traditional enchilada!
Some other Healthy Mexican Dishes to check out:
Amazing Mexican Side Dishes
I believe that a side dish should not take longer than the main dish. Right!? That is why I love this recipe for 15 minute refried beans. They are quick to make and just as delish as if you soaked your beans overnight.
We also love this Instant Pot Mexican Rice!
Some other Mexican Side Dish Faves:
Mexican Dessert
Ok, I am pretty sure this Key Lime Cookies and Cream Ice Cream recipe isn’t actually a traditional Mexican Dessert, but the flavors are just perfect for the end of a Mexican dinner! Not to mention it could not be easier to make, you do not need any special ice cream making equipment. It is No Churn!
We also love these Mexican Wedding Cookies for something a little more traditional.
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Danielle says
So many amazing recipes! I’m a sucker for a good salsa myself. Well, and enchiladas. And that ice cream…yum. Great post!
Susie says
Thank you so much!!! I think we could share a Mexican dinner… salsa is everything and I ALWAYS love enchiladas!!!
Jill says
I love Cinco de Mayo! I have so many Mexican recipes I love that I still haven’t decided what to make – and now you’ve confused me even more, LOL! I’m going to check out that Enchirito!
Susie says
It is a hard choice to make… I love it ALL!!
Cindy @ The Sweet Nerd says
Ok you’ve nailed two of my faves: grapefruit marg (or paloma) and verde enchiladas. Thanks for the roundup!
Susie says
YES!!! They are some of my faves too….. now I’m hungry!
Julie says
Love Mexican food and all the recipes you have provided here. Yum!
Susie says
I love it too…I think I can eat my weight in chips and salsa!!
Jessica Formicola says
So many great Cinco de Mayo recipes!
Susie says
Thanks!
Veena Azmanov says
Would love to try this! This looks sooooo good! Yummy! This made me drool. Now, this recipes will be one of my favorites. I like all the ingredients in it. This is perfect for me. thank you.