Mexican and Tex-Mex food are perennial fan favorites.
From simple chips andsalsato spicy chile rellenos andenchiladas, there are many different dishes to choose from.
AcrossMexico, traditional recipes pull from the rich diversity of produce and ingredients native to the region.
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However, when it comes to Mexican food, taste and health don’t have to be at odds.
you might still enjoy some of your favorites with these 51 delicious, healthy Mexican recipes.
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The secret here is a spicy cheese sauce that tastes decadent but actually helps save on the calories.
Get our recipe forSteak Nachos.
Caramelized vegetables complement the spicy shrimp, and add density to the dish without adding on unnecessary fat.
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Get our recipe forCrispy Chipotle Shrimp Quesadilla.
Top with lots of vegetableslike freshpico de galloto pack in some extra nutrients with each bite.
Get our recipe forBeef Tacos.
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Looking to make it vegetarian?
Swap out the meat with soy chorizo instead.
Get our recipe forSweet Potato and Spicy Chorizo Tacos.
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This recipe packs in the flavor for just 330 calories and can be part of a budget-conscious meal plan.
Get our recipe forVegetarian Black Bean Omelet.
Fish Taco Bowls
Looking for cleaner dairy-free healthy Mexican recipes?
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This fish taco bowl will do it!
Get our recipe forFish Taco Bowls.
Every Popular FishRanked for Nutritional Benefits!
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It’s a great, healthy option when you better serve a crowd.
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Vegetarian Chili.
Topped with all kinds of hearty (yet healthy) options to keep you full for hours.
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Get our recipe forA Plant-Based, Grain-Free Breakfast Burrito.
Get our recipe forBlack Bean and Sweet Potato Tacos.
The easy way to make healthier comfort foods.
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Guacamole
No list of healthy Mexican recipes would be complete without a mention of guacamole.
Get our recipe forGuacamole.
Get our recipe forSteak Tacos.
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Get our recipe forChorizo Breakfast Burritos.
Delicious food that fuels your body without weighing you down.
Get our recipe forChicken Mole Enchiladas.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forProtein-Packed Chicken Fajita Burrito.
Get our recipe forFish Tacos with Tilapia and Avocado.
Get our recipe forOne-Skillet Taco Pasta.
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The heart-healthy guacamole and lean turkey meat make this sandwich a healthy choice for just 380 calories.
Get our recipe forSunrise Sandwich With Turkey, Cheddar, and Guacamole.
Taking advantage of these naturally lean proteins makes for the perfect set-up for healthy tacos.
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These balanced flavors highlight the taste of the tuna and the tang of a few pickled onions.
Get our recipe forSpicy Tuna and Avocado Fish Taco.
Get our recipe forChili.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forCrispy Quesadillas with Guacamole.
Get our recipe forRestaurant-Level Salsa.
They are cheap, quick and healthy.
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The best part is that these come in at just 345 calories.
Get our recipe forEasy Rotisserie Chicken Tacos With Salsa Verde.
We Tasted 6 Salsas and This Is the Best One!
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The easy recipe has just 420 calories per burrito.
Get our recipe forCarne Asada Burrito.
Crab Cakes With Mango-Avocado Salsa
Shellfish is a protein commonly used in Mexican cooking.
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Get our recipe forCrab Cakes With Mango-Avocado Salsa.
Get our recipe forShrimp Tacos with Pickled Onions.
Skip adding beans to the chili and make thisketo-inspired Instant Pot chili with no beans!
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forInstant Pot Chili with No Beans.
Roast red peppers and serve them on your chicken tacos with some corn salsa and a dollop of crema.
Get our recipe forChicken Tacos with Roasted Red Peppers.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
This Whole30-inspired recipe makes it easy to give up that extra starch in the morning.
Get our recipe forBreakfast Burritos in Collard Greens.
Get our recipe forGrilled Mexican Steak Salad.
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Get our recipe forCheese and Chorizo Stuffed Jalapenos.
Breakfast Tacos with Bacon and Spinach
Breakfast for dinner?
Get our recipe forBreakfast Tacos with Bacon and Spinach.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forBeef Burrito Bowls.
Get our recipe forGrilled Mexican-Style Corn.
Using pulled chicken breasts in this soup helps keep the calorie count at 300.
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Get our recipe forChicken Tortilla Soup.
This crock-pot chicken tacos recipe is great for making huge taco salads.
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Chicken Tacos.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forBreakfast Burritos.
Pork Chile Verde
This is a trip to Mexico in a bowl.
you might basically hear the waves crashing on the shores of Cancun while you spoon up this spicy delight.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
Get our recipe forPork Chile Verde.
Get our recipe forHealthy Mexican Hot Dogs.
Get our recipe forFruit-Packed Mexican Paleta.
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Get our recipe forMexican Quinoa and Chicken Salad.
Mexican Chocolate Smoothie Bowl
Chocolate for breakfast?
It’s not too good to be true.
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Get our recipe forMexican Chocolate Smoothie Bowl.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Looking for an easy family dinner to throw together for a quick meal?
Well, this chicken fajitas recipe is it!
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Get our recipe forSheet Pan Chicken Fajitas.
Get our recipe forCrock-Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
it’s possible for you to actually enjoy a delicious burger with bacon (yes, bacon!)
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for a mere 402 calories.
Get our recipe forInstant Pot Steak Fajitas.
Get our recipe forKeto Fat Bomb Stuffed Jalapenos.
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Go lean by using ground turkey and build flavor with spices, beer, and a bit of chocolate.
Get our recipe forTurkey Chili.
The meat will be falling off by the time you start breaking it apart!
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Serve it with tortillas, limes, queso fresco (or cotija!)
cheese, and, of course, some pickled red onions.
Get ourTangy Slow-Cooker Pork Carnitas Tacos.
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald
A nacho is not a nacho without cheese, after all.
Get our recipe forChicken and Black Bean Nachos.
Get our recipe forChicken and Red Chile Enchiladas.
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Get our recipe forPumpkin Mole Chili.
Not in the mood for Mexican?
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