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Latest Recipes

Mains Mexican Sweets

Mexican Christmas Meals made Plant-Based

The holiday season is a time of warmth, joy, and cherished traditions, especially in Mexican

Mains Mexican

25 Plant-Based Mexican Recipes for Hispanic Heritage Month

By Anna Rios, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Hola! Soy Anna, I’m a Mexican-American registered dietitian nutritionist.

Mains Mexican

Cauliflower Tacos

These cauliflower tacos are incredibly flavorful and so easy to make! Every bite is a

Mains Mexican Tofu

Potato Flautas

These potato flautas are crispy on the outside, and soft and flavorful on the inside.

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Mains Mexican Sauces

Mole Verde (Pipián)

Mole Verde, also known as Pipián, is easily one of the best moles in the

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Mains Mexican

Jackfruit Tacos (Carnitas)

Jackfruit Tacos Hola! I’m Anna, a Mexican-American dietitian who loves creating plant-based versions of traditional

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Mains Mexican

Jamaica Tacos (Hibiscus Tacos)

Jamaica tacos are meaty, slightly tangy, and incredibly delicious. They are made with jamaica flowers

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Drinks Mexican

Agua de Jamaica Recipe

This agua de jamaica recipe is slightly tart, perfectly sweetened, and incredibly refreshing. It’s one

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Breakfast Health & Wellness Mexican

Heart-Healthy Meal Ideas (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

Heart-healthy meal ideas by a Mexican-American registered dietitian. Heart disease has been the leading cause

Mains Mexican

Lion’s Mane Recipe

This is the best lion’s mane recipe as it’s perfect for tacos and a variety

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Mexican Sides & Snacks

Mexican Zucchini (Calabacitas)

Mexican Zucchini, also known as calabacitas a la Mexicana, is a traditional vegetable dish made

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Mexican Sweets

Carlota de Limón 

Carlota de Limón is a creamy Mexican dessert that requires no baking, and is made with

Mexican Sauces Sides & Snacks

Salsa Verde

An easy and authentic salsa verde recipe that you'll make you want to make in

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Mexican Sauces Sides

Guacamole Recipe

This guacamole recipe is a creamy Mexican dip made with avocado, tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro,

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Mains Mexican

The Best Vegan Tacos

Vegan tacos can be as delicious as regular tacos if you try the right recipes!

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Mexican Sauces Sides Sides & Snacks

Pico de Gallo

Pico de Gallo is a fresh Mexican salsa made with tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and

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Breakfast Mexican Sides

Refried Beans Recipe

This refried beans recipe is healthy, simple, and packs all the flavor! All you need

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Mexican Sides & Snacks Soups

Sopa de Fideo

Fideo soup is a simple yet comforting pasta soup that is a staple in every

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Breakfast Mains Mexican

Enfrijoladas

Enfrijoladas is a Mexican dish made with corn tortillas soaked in a flavorful refried bean

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Mains Mexican

Tlayuda

Tlayuda is the authentic version of a Mexican pizza. It is a large crispy tortilla

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Mexican Soups

Sopa de Coditos

Sopa de Coditos is a simple yet comforting pasta soup that is a staple in

Mexican

Day of the Dead Food (Recipes Included)

Day of the Dead food (el Dia de los Muertos) is made during a Mexican

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Easy Mexican Recipes

10 Easy Mexican Recipes to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Easy, plant-based, nutritious, and delicious. I

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Mexican Sides & Snacks

Corundas

Corundas are a tamale from Michoacán Mexico that are simple and easy to make. They

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Mexican Sides

Mexican Coleslaw

This Mexican Coleslaw Bowl is fresh, satisfying, and incredibly nourishing. This recipe is simple and

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Mexican Salads Sides Sides & Snacks

3 Bean Salad Recipe

This 3 Bean Salad Recipe is perfect for a quick and easy meal that is

Mains Mexican

Vegan Aguachile

This vegan aguachile recipe is a refreshing, tangy, and delicious Mexican dish that is super

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Mains Mexican

Vegan Carne Asada

This vegan Carne asada is meaty, delicious, made 100% from plants, and it’s as close

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Breakfast Mexican Sides & Snacks

Vegan Huevos Rancheros

Vegan huevos rancheros are full of flavor and textures with a delicious eggy tofu scramble,

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Mains Mexican Tofu

Tofu Tacos

These delicious tofu tacos will turn any tofu hater into a tofu lover! Shredded extra

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Mains Mexican

Vegan al Pastor Tacos

These Vegan al Pastor Tacos are meaty and flavorful. A homemade seitan recipe marinated in

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Mexican

King Oyster Mushroom Recipe

This shredded King Oyster Mushroom Recipe is perfect for tacos and a variety of other

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Mexican Soups

Menudo

This menudo recipe is just as comforting as authentic Mexican Menudo. It’s made with a

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Breakfast Mexican

Nopales con Huevo

Nopales con Huevo is a breakfast staple at any Mexican home. It is a savory

Mains Mexican

Tetelas

Tetelas are delicious triangle-shaped pockets of corn masa stuffed with beans and cheese. They are

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Breakfast Mexican Sides & Snacks

Molletes

Molletes are Mexican open-faced sandwiches made with beans, cheese, salsa, and avocado. It’s simple, easy

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Mexican Sides & Snacks

Charro Beans (Frijoles Charros)

Charro Beans or Frijoles Charros are hearty beans stewed in a flavorful Mexican broth with

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Mexican

Tacos Dorados

These vegan Tacos dorados are the ultimate Mexican comfort food. They are golden crispy, flavorful,

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Mexican Sweets

Calabaza en Tacha (Mexican Candied Pumpkin)

Calabaza en Tacha (Mexican Candied Pumpkin) is a sweet pumpkin dessert simmered in a sweet

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Mexican Salads

Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad (Mexican-style)

This Mexican-style vegan chickpea tuna salad is next level! This vegan tuna salad is packed

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Mexican Soups

Poblano Soup

This poblano soup with beans is savory, comforting, and easy to make. It has authentic

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Mains Mexican

Vegan Birria

This vegan birria is a saucy, flavorful, and authentic Mexican dish that is popular at

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Mexican Sides & Snacks

Verdolagas Receta

This verdolagas receta, is a delicious edible plant popular in Mexico. It is made using

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Mains Mexican

Quesadillas de Flor de Calabaza

Squash blossom quesadillas (Quesadillas de Flor de Calabaza) are authentic Mexican quesadillas but made with

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Mexican Sides & Snacks

Frijoles de la Olla (Homemade Beans)

There is nothing like a hot bowl of frijoles de la olla (freshly boiled beans).

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Mains Mexican Tofu

Enchiladas Michoacanas

These authentic Enchiladas Michoacanas are savory, easy to make, and picky-eater friendly. They are filled

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Mexican

Torta de Portobello

This Torta de Portobello will give you a taste of a real authentic Mexican sandwich.

Mexican Sides & Snacks

Stuffed Jalapenos Air Fryer

These stuffed jalapeños made in the air fryer are the perfect Mexican antojito. They are

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Mains Mexican

Vegan Picadillo

This vegan picadillo recipe is as close as it gets to a typical Mexican picadillo.

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Breakfast Mexican

Chilaquiles Recipe

This chilaquiles recipe is the perfect Mexican breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Crispy, air-fried tortillas

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Mains Mexican

Tacos de Soya

Tacos de soya, aka, textured vegetable protein (TVP) tacos are a game-changer for meat substitutes!

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Breakfast Mexican Sides & Snacks

Mexican Potatoes (Papas a la Mexicana)

Mexican Potatoes are simple but incredibly flavorful and satisfying. Super easy diced potatoes pan-fried with

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Mains Mexican

Tacos Gobernador

These vegan Tacos Gobernador are cheesy “shrimp” tacos made with hearts of palm, roasted poblano

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Mains Mexican

Huaraches De Nopal

Huaraches de Nopal are a recreation of the typical Mexican “Huaraches” made from masa harina

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Mains Mexican

Vegan Rajas Con Crema

Vegan rajas con crema is a creamy dish using savory, roasted poblano peppers, onions, and

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Mexican Sides & Snacks

Homemade Corn Tortillas

Homemade corn tortillas are simply the best! No store-bought tortilla can compare to the ultra-soft,

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Mexican Salads Sides

Nopal Salad (Ensalada de Nopal)

This Nopal Salad (Ensalada de Nopal) is my all-time favorite nopales recipe! It is the

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Mexican Soups

Pozole

Pozole rojo is one of the more comforting Mexican soups out there.  Hearty and flavorful soup

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Mexican Sauces Sides & Snacks

Salsa de Molcajete

This authentic salsa de molcajete is made up of roasted tomatoes, chilies and garlic. It

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Mains Mexican Soups

Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)

The BEST Albondigas soup recipe for you to cozy up with during the cold months.

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Breakfast Mexican

Vegan Breakfast Burritos

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Mexican Sides & Snacks

Vegan Mexican Street Corn (Esquites)

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Mains Mexican

Vegan Quesadillas

Get ready to make some of the best vegan quesadillas of your life! These quesadillas

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Mexican Tofu

Vegan Pollo Asado

The best vegan chicken recipe out there! This Mexican vegan pollo asado recipe is the

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Breakfast Mexican

Chickpea Flour Frittata Muffins (Mexican)

These chickpea flour frittata muffins are what you need for your busy mornings! They are

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Mains Mexican

Vegan Flautas (Vegetarian Taquitos)

These vegan flautas are also known as taquitos, in this case, they are vegetarian taquitos!

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Mexican

Vegan Tinga

What is Vegan Tinga? Tinga is an authentic Mexican dish that originated in Puebla, Mexico.

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Mains Mexican

Portobello Mushroom Tacos (Mushroom Asada)

These portobello mushroom tacos are one of THE BEST vegetarian mushroom recipes you will ever

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Mains Mexican

Vegan Chile Relleno

Making a vegan chile relleno is now possible! This recipe is flavorful, gluten-free, and as

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Mains Mexican Salads

Vegan Ceviche

Vegan ceviche is an authentic, coastal, Mexican dish that is refreshing, light, and easy to

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Mains Mexican

Mexican Torta

This authentic Mexican Torta recipe takes me back to summers in Michoacan Mexico. It is

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Mains Mexican

Black Bean Flautas

These black bean flautas are also known as taquitos. They are crispy, rolled-up tacos, filled

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Breakfast Mexican

Vegan Chilaquiles Verdes

These vegan chilaquiles are the perfect Mexican breakfast, brunch, or dinner! They’re made with crispy

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Mains Mexican

Vegan Birria Tacos

These cheesy vegan birria tacos are a combination of a quesadilla and a saucy taco

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