47 Celebratory Cinco de Mayo Meals

From Sweet Mexican Cuisine Mashups to Crispy Mexican Pastries

— April 29, 2013 — Special
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.
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DIY Nacho-Mimicking Bacon
DIY Nacho-Mimicking Bacon
These Bacon Nachos from Dude Foods Use Bacon Instead of Chips
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Nutty Sandwich Nacho Dishes
Nutty Sandwich Nacho Dishes
This Delicious Nachos Recipe From FOODBEAST calls for PB&J
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Singed Citrus Confections
Singed Citrus Confections
The Crema Chile Grapefruit Brûlée is Delectably Tart
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Solidified Mexican Sauces
Solidified Mexican Sauces
Joy the Baker's 'Fried Guacamole' Post Hardens Side Dishes
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Fruit Salsa Recipes
Fruit Salsa Recipes
This Blueberry Lime Salsa is Infused With Unusual Fruity Ingredients
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Taco Shell Kitchen Aids
Taco Shell Kitchen Aids
The Food Filter Makes It Easier and Safer to Strain Food
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Cold Creamy Potages
Cold Creamy Potages
The Avocado Soup with Sweet Corn and Bacon is Served Chilled
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Crunchy Chip Burgers
Crunchy Chip Burgers
The Nacho Burger Promises Texture and Tons of Sauce
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Taco-Loving Celebrations
Taco-Loving Celebrations
The Arizona Taco Festival Pays Tribute to Mexican Gourmet
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Spiced Fruit Refreshments
Spiced Fruit Refreshments
The 'How Sweet It Is Roasted Blueberry Basil Margaritas' are Inventive
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Grid-Based Restaurant Guides
Grid-Based Restaurant Guides
The Cupcakes and Cashmere Guide to L.A.: Favorite Eats is Divided
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Half Time Tortilla Snacks
Half Time Tortilla Snacks
Chef Aaron Sanchez Incorporates Popchips Into Football Dishes
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Fast Latino Breakfast Foods
Fast Latino Breakfast Foods
Taco Bell Gives a Limited Launch to its A.M. Crunchwrap
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Canine Mexican Cuisine
Canine Mexican Cuisine
Dog City Bakery's Tumbleweed Taco is a Meal for Your Furry Friend
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Tempting Tex-Mex Noodles
Tempting Tex-Mex Noodles
Taco-Flavored Ramen is an Intriguing Culinary Hybrid
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Fiery Tofu Squares
Fiery Tofu Squares
This Olives for Dinner Recipe Features a Tasty Kick of Sriracha
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Burrito-Prepping Robots
Burrito-Prepping Robots
The Burritob0t App is the Perfect Complement to the Tacocopter
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Junk Food Crossbreeds (UPDATE)
Junk Food Crossbreeds (UPDATE)
Taco Bell and Doritos Join Forces to Make Doritos Locos Tacos
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Mexi-Jewish Food Combos
Mexi-Jewish Food Combos
Nachos and Latkes Come Together to Create Latkchos
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DIY Meatless Mexican Meals
DIY Meatless Mexican Meals
This Bean and Butternut Burrito is a Savory Salsa Dish
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Pinecone-Mimicking Bread Feasts
Pinecone-Mimicking Bread Feasts
Plain Chicken's Food Pull is a Nacho and Sandwich Hybrid
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Deconstructed Fast Food Meals
Deconstructed Fast Food Meals
The Cheeseburger Salad is the Healthy American Icon Alternative
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Spill-Proof Platters
Spill-Proof Platters
The Taco Plates Will Make Mexican Night Less Messy
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Deceptively Savory Sweets
Deceptively Savory Sweets
The Taco Bell Birthday Cake Sets the Fiesta Mood
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Remixed Leftover Turkey Wraps
Remixed Leftover Turkey Wraps
The Thanksgiving Burrito is a Tasty Festive Meal for the Day After
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Asian-Infused Tacos
Asian-Infused Tacos
The Edamame Egg Salad Offers a Twist to the Classic Sandwich
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Margarita-Flavored Beers
Margarita-Flavored Beers
Bud Light Releases the Lime-A-Rita
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Chocofied Mexican Cuisines
Chocofied Mexican Cuisines
These Toffee Tortilla Chips are the Ideal Mix of Salty & Sweet Flavors
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Salty Chocolate Nachos
Salty Chocolate Nachos
El Pollo Loco Serves Up Chocolate Nachos for the Holidays
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Mexican Mash-Up Flatbread
Mexican Mash-Up Flatbread
The Closet Cooking Taco Quesadilla Pizza is Oozing in Flavor
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Mayo Margaritas
Mayo Margaritas
Creamy Japanese Mayogaritas
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Cold Bubbly Gelatin Drinks
Cold Bubbly Gelatin Drinks
The Jello Bubble Tea Will Replace Your Cool Tapioca Cravings
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Crispy Mexican Pastries
Crispy Mexican Pastries
This 'Averie Cooks' Salsa-Stuffed Creation is Mouthwatering
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Savory Latin-Fused Sushi
Savory Latin-Fused Sushi
Sushiritto San Francisco Makes Burrito Style Rolls
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Individualized Salsa Appetizers
Individualized Salsa Appetizers
The 'Girl Who Ate Everything' Blog Shows How to Make a Layered Dip
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Sweet Mexican Cuisine Mashups
Sweet Mexican Cuisine Mashups
These Fruit Tacos Offer a Unique Take on the Classic Savory Dish
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Frugal Vegan Photoblogs
Frugal Vegan Photoblogs
Melody Polakow Shares How to Make Healthy Meals for $3.33/Day
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Fried Pork Gelatin
Fried Pork Gelatin
The Unusual Flavoring of Bacon Jello Requires an Acquired Taste
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Candied Mexican Dishes
Candied Mexican Dishes
The Sugar Cookie Candy Tacos Put Your Halloween Candy to Good Use
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Meatless Avocado Eggrolls
Meatless Avocado Eggrolls
The I Wash You Dry Appetizer Adds a Little Green to a Take-Out Favorite
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Mexican Attire Cupcake Toppers
Mexican Attire Cupcake Toppers
These Marshmallow Sombreros and Sarapes are Fabulously Festive
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Rolled-Up Mexican Meals
Rolled-Up Mexican Meals
The 'Tacone' is Portable and Mess-Free Unlike a Traditional Taco
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Chocolate Covered Tortilla Chips
Chocolate Covered Tortilla Chips
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Bizarre Food Hybrids
Bizarre Food Hybrids
Spaghetti Tacos are Slowly Taking the Country by Storm
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Healthy Tortilla Brunches
Healthy Tortilla Brunches
Joy the Baker's 'Breakfast Nachos' are a Nutritious Morning Meal
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Deceptive Pub Grub Cakes
Deceptive Pub Grub Cakes
These Nacho Mama Cupcakes Will Keep Your Lucky Guest Guessing
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DIY Spiked Watermelon Pops
DIY Spiked Watermelon Pops
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Make a Refreshingly Cool Treat
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