The Mexican cuisine is ‘naturally’ very suitable for meatless recipes, which makes it the perfect choice for beginning vegetarians or vegans. Bold flavors and beans for the win! Enter your email & we’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from us every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Hurry the Food Up. Mexican recipes are versatile, vibrant and always delicious, sometimes with pretty basic ingredients you may have never thought to pick up in the supermarket. Also, I would argue, if kept vegetarian, it’s one of the cheapest cuisines in the world thanks to the extensive use of legumes.
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Scroll through our colourful list of authentic (and occasionally more experimental) Mexican dishes from breakfast burritos, to speedy lunchtime tacos, to sizzling tasty pizzas – ideal for any vegetarian or vegan diet. Nice to know: two professional chefs with Mexican heritage created our recipes and it shows! Thank you Abril, thank you Lorena! Bonus: family friendly dinner recipe Sweet Potato Burritos – bursting with Mexican flair and tantalising flavours, this authentic recipe is easy to make for one or the whole big family! Bonus: hearty protein rich breakfast Black beans, avocado, fried egg and of course a tortilla. Huevos rancheros are a quick and easy traditional Mexican breakfast that make a great healthy option for vegetarians (try these veggie breakfast ideas if you like this one). Oh and please try the pickled radishes, so tasty! Bonus: try out the pico de gallo salsa, it’s awesome! Basically these are black bean tacos topped with sour cream and an incredible pico de gallo de mango, a salsa made from mango and avocado. These make for a fun Mexican feast! Bonus: not drained in oil, but still really tasty These refried beans are our healthier take on this traditional vegetarian Mexican food. This dish is excellent for a quick lunch or dinner Bonus: try out the adobo sauce from this dish, it’s great In this vegetarian burrito bowl we’ve got quinoa, avocado, pineapple, tofu and Adobo sauce for a sizzling taste bud fiesta! Bonus: sweet potatoes nutty flavour and nutrition Watching your weight but love Mexican food? Give taco night a healthy twist with these light, tasty sweet potato tacos! Choose a plant-based yogurt to make this dish vegan. Bonus: vegan comfort food packed with protein and fibre After a high protein, high fibre, low calorie vegetarian dinner? Our Mexican bean stew is just the ticket! On top you’ll learn a simple yet outstanding spice blend! Bonus: mega quick, tasty and full of health benefits quesadillas Spinach Tomato Quesadillas. Easy to make and ready in 15 minutes max. It’s packed full of vitamins K and A, B2 and B6, C, calcium and potassium. Incredible. Bonus: perfect for chucking into a box and taking to work High Protein Kidney Bean Salad. Granted, it’s probably not a super Mexican recipe, but it sure looks like it! It’s definitely a refreshing and satisfying salad ready in just 7 minutes. Bonus: high amount of fiber and protein So comforting you want to sit in it. Only vegan ingredients, though nobody will stop you adding some cheese. Great taste and ready in 20 minutes You won’t be disappointed! Bonus: easy, super quick, nutritious and so yummy This round up wouldn’t be complete without burrito bowls! This Speedy Gonzales is the best veggie take on Mexican food. With our easy to follow recipe, in just 15 minutes you can be enjoying the tastiest Mexican spices for lunch or dinner! Bonus: quick, healthy, refreshing and satisfying taste Who said meat free recipes can’t deliver? This meatless (aka vegan) chili proves that you can still enjoy your favourite Mexican meals, but in a new, animal friendly way. Ready in: 45 minutes (just 5 minutes prep)Recipe by: TheGreenLoot Bonus: delicious, nutritious and so good This Vegan Mexican Quinoa is a plant-based, high-protein and super flavorful meal, that you can enjoy as a healthy weight loss dinner, or a quick, filling work lunch (in a burrito) as well! Protein: 16gCalories: 353kcalReady in: 1 hour 15 minutes (just 25 minutes prep time)Recipe by: ThisHealthyKitchen Bonus: tasty, nutritious, full of health benefits meal Veggie packed, vegan enchilada casserole is the perfect Mexican meal to switch up your dinner routine. It’s beautiful, colourful, and utterly delicious. Protein: 20gCalories: 455kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: KitchenSanctuary Bonus: so simple, colourful, versatile and yummy dish A lighter alternative to those crisps and dips – try my loaded Mexican-style carrot fries! A great party food, snack or lunch. Vegetarian and gluten-free! Protein: 19gCalories: 540kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: KitchenSanctuary Bonus: mega quick, yummy, full flavour and health benefits This Vegetarian Loaded Mexican Tortilla Pan dinner is packed with flavour and loads of healthy goodies! A real treat that won’t make you feel that you’re missing out on meat. Plus it’s ready in 20 minutes! Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp Bonus: quick, simple, tasty and healthy Need some lunch inspo? Look no further because our next burrito bowl the Fuego del Dragon recipe is packed with so many delicious, vibrant ingredients and ready in just 20 minutes. Actually, one of my favorite Mexican recipes from this list! Protein: 8gCalories: 184 kcalReady in: 40 minutesRecipe by: DebraKlein Bonus: healthy, tasty and so easy Vegan and Gluten-free (btw, we have more gluten-free recipes this way!), tasty side dish comes together in 30 minutes. Nutrient Dense and healthy enough for a main meal. Perfect for meatless Monday when you’re short on time. Bonus: very quick, easy, super tasty and nutritious tacos 🙂 Ah tacos, one of the most popular and traditional Mexican foods out there. This lentil version is actually our new go-to meal. For extra speed have a look for already curved taco shells. SO TASTY and stacked with lentil protein and fiber, it’s time to take dinner up to the next level. Protein: 7gCalories: 248kcalReady in: 45 minutesRecipe by: CleanPlateMama Bonus: tasty, nutritious and mega healthy This southwest quinoa salad shows you how tasty vegan Mexican food can look like. It’s loaded with plant-based protein and veggies. All tossed with a lime vinaigrette; it’s flavorful, easy, and healthy. Protein: 13.9gCalories: 351kcalReady in: 25 minutesRecipe by: ErhardtsEat Bonus: easy, warm and satisfying, can be stored for a while in the fridge This Mexican Corn Salad Recipe is healthy and ready in under 30 minutes (its also one of our top macro salad recipes!). The warm salad pairs well with Mexican favorites and can be used as a topper. Protein: 12.9gCalories: 481kcalReady in: 25 minutesRecipe by: ErhardtsEat Bonus: amazingly delicious and healthy recipe Quesadillas belong to the most versatile Mexican vegetarian recipes out there (in fact, we have a whole list of just veggie quesadilla recipes!). Excellent for a quick weeknight dinner or lunch! And you can basically fill them with anything + cheese! These feature black beans, sweet potato and avocado. Protein: 7gCalories: 227kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: MyPlantifulCooking Bonus: simple ingredients, quick and tasty meal In case you ever wondered, there are plenty of vegan Mexican recipes available. This super easy to make black bean and rice recipe dish for example. Comes together in 15 minutes and only requires 5 ingredients. Bonus: delicious, cheesy and so healthy Easy Veggie Quesadillas with a Melted Mozzarella and Cheddar Combo. A few clever steps and you’ll be chowing down on gooey, crispy quesadillas in no time! Protein: 5.7gCalories: 294kcalReady in: 50 minutesRecipe by: MelissaTraub Bonus: incredibly delicious and healthy dish Ready for a delicious and healthy meal? Learn how to make this satisfying vegan Mexican lasagna with black beans, avocados, corn tortillas, and salsa. Layered with avocados instead of cheese! Protein: 11gCalories: 589kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: SpiceUpTheCurry Bonus: easy, quick, delicious and so good These crispy potato tacos are so good and make simple, easy weeknight dinner. You get deliciously Mexican seasoned mashed potatoes layered over corn tortillas and fried to make crispy tacos. It is topped with pico de Gallo. Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp Bonus: easy, quick, mega nutritious and very tasty This high-protein burrito bowl features brown rice, fried beans, bell pepper and for the extra punch red lentils. It’s quick and easy to rustle up but packed with flavour and all the nutrients you need for a long day on the go. Protein: 12gCalories: 310kcalReady in: 1 hour 5 minutes (just 20 minutes prep time)Recipe by: ThisHealthyKitchen Bonus: beautiful, healthy and delicious dinner Veggie packed, vegan enchilada casserole is the perfect Mexican dish to switch up your dinner routine. It’s beautiful, colourful, and utterly delicious. Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp Bonus: incredibly tasty, healthy and so delicious Probably my favourite vegan Mexican recipe from this list. Vibrant, versatile and so fresh – making mealtime exciting every time! Protein: 9gCalories: 409kcalReady in: 40 minutesRecipe by: AllThatsJas Bonus: super easy, tasty and full of flavour 🙂 This Mexican-style spaghetti in a tomato-based sauce with olives and capers is easy to make and will satisfy your taste buds. Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp Bonus: spicy, healthy, fresh This bowl of spicy goodness will keep you going all day long. Packed with fresh, zesty flavours and protein-rich ingredients – perfect for your lunchtime munch. Protein: 12.2gCalories: 296kcalReady in: 45 minutesRecipe by: ASimplePalate Bonus: potatoes instead of chips, hearty and cheesy Learn how to make healthier nachos with these black bean sweet potato nachos! Instead of chips, this recipe uses slices of cooked potatoes as the base that are topped with homemade pico de gallo, creamy avocado, and melted cheese. Protein: 6gCalories: 190kcalReady in: 25 minutesRecipe by: MuyDelish Bonus: side dish or main meal A warming dish for busy evenings, Champiñones A La Mexicana is easy to pull together. Serve with rice or beans and corn tortillas on the side! This recipe is vegetarian or vegan and gluten free. Protein: 11gCalories: 232kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: CookItRealGood Bonus: quick, easy and very delicious pizza Vegetarian Mexican Pizza is a deliciously quick and easy dinner made from simple everyday ingredients. Make your own pizza crust or use store-bought, and load it up with corn, smashed black beans and red bell peppers. Bonus: taste great and satisfy your hunger Chickpea Wraps – these firm faves are really easy to make, super tasty and oh-so satisfying (and if you like them, you’ll love our other vegetarian wrap recipes!). We’ll even show you how to roll them properly! Protein: 13gCalories: 258kcalReady in: 1 hour 20 minutesRecipe by: FromAChef’sKitchen Bonus: so good and hearty you won’t miss the meat Black Bean and Yellow Squash Enchilada Casserole is a hearty Mexican-inspired comfort food the whole family will love! Protein: 23gCalories: 449kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: VeganPunks Bonus: great for meal prepping Mexican Baked Tofu Quinoa Bowl is easy to prepare, perfect for meal prepping and is packed with healthy plant-powered protein. Ancho, chilli and cumin give it that Mexican flavour and the tofu, beans and quinoa deliver the filling, protein-packed meal. Protein: 18gCalories: 483kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: TaoOfSpice Bonus: customizable and gluten-free These simple, customizable 7 layer tostadas are a family favorite for Meatless Monday!! They take just 20-minutes to prepare, are easy on the clean-up, and are gluten-free. Protein: 31.1gCalories: 614kcalReady in: 40 minutesRecipe by: BrokeBankVegan Bonus: packed with protein and fiber Pambazos are a classic Mexican sandwich featuring chile-brushed bread filled with chorizo, potatoes, lettuce, salsa, crema, and queso. Try this plant-based version to see Mexican cooking can also go vegan! Protein: 29gCalories: 570kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: MasalaAndChai Bonus: only requires a handful of ingredients These super easy vegetarian enchiladas are filled with black beans, corn, and cream cheese. They’re topped with a delicious red sauce and melty, bubbly cheese. They come together in 30 minutes for an easy meatless Mondays! Protein: 20gCalories: 524kcalReady in: 20 minutesRecipe by: Plant-BasedOnABudget Bonus: quick, easy and comforting Get ready to enjoy this super delicious and traditional Sopa de Fideo! It is a perfect choice for those days when you need a bit of comfort! Protein: 14gCalories: 379kcalReady in: 1 hour 30 minutesRecipe by: SplashOfTaste Bonus: tasty and full of flavour Slow-cooked meaty oyster mushrooms, stuffed in delicious tortillas, our vegetarian birria tacos are a flavor explosion in your mouth, you WILL love them (and then you will be dying to try some more veggie tacos!)! Perfect for Cinco de Mayo, games night, and a Mexican-themed dinner. Protein: 9gCalories: 150kcalReady in: 23 minutesRecipe by: HungryHealthyHappy Bonus: perfect for bulk cooking This Chipotle Black Bean Stew is a rich, hearty and warming vegan meal with plenty of flavour (love the sound of this? You’ll enjoy our easy vegetarian stew recipes!). A simple and budget friendly meal that is easy to adapt. Bonus: mega tasty, healthy, quick, and so simple 🙂 These are the best breakfast burritos we’ve ever had! An incredibly quick and easy recipe to follow, with just four simple steps and in the end, you get to enjoy a healthy, high-protein bite – starting your day the best way possible. Bonus: simple ingredients, so tasty, healthy and versatile Crispy Tortilla Pizza. A healthier way to eat pizza with the same great taste that you love. Ready in just 25 minutes, you won’t look back! Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUp Bonus: fast, delicious and perfect at any time! The new vegan Mexican-style burrito is here, paving the way and setting the standard. Mega quick and perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner!
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Bonus: quick, simple and versatile spice It doesn’t have to be only paprika and chili powder all the time… Check out the tastiest Mexican spice mix you’ll find this side of El Paso – wallet-friendly and ready in a moment, it’s perfect for fajitas, tacos and burritos too. Bonus: quick, healthy and tasty, perfect for parties 😉 Guacamole is another very traditional Mexican food and now gained popularity all over the world. This recipe is tangy! You’ll also see how to make healthier crispy nachos. Try the recipe right away!😀 Bonus: super quick, delicious and healthy dip Simple Sexy Salsa. Spice up your salsa life with this delicious but simple recipe. Only takes 5 minutes and uses easy to find ingredients. Vegetarian and healthy. Bonus: simple ingredients, so tasty, healthy and versatile Here is how to make the best flour tortillas that are tastier, healthier and better than store-bought. Easy to follow recipe needing only flour, water and oil. Protein: 5gCalories: 150kcalReady in: 15 minutesRecipe by: SpiceUpTheCurry Bonus: quick, healthy, refreshing and satisfying taste Black bean and corn salsa is always a crowd favorite! It has such a deliciously fresh and vibrant flavor with just a perfect blend of ingredients. Protein: 4gCalories: 124kcalReady in: 10 hours 10 minutes (just 10 minutes prep)Recipe by: Dish’n’theKitchen Bonus: nicely sweet and refreshing Homemade Horchata de Arroz is a simple, yet refreshing drink made with rice water and condensed milk accented by a sprinkle of cinnamon. This authentic Mexican Horchata recipe is just like they make in Mexican restaurants, taquerías and ice cream shops. Calories: 194kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: CookingTheGlobe Bonus: easy and quick, crispy snack Everyone should know how to make Chilaquiles because this Mexican snack is amazing. This recipe is for Chilaquiles Rojos (made with red salsa). Ready in: 25 minutesRecipe by: BiteSizedKitchen Bonus: delicious, quick and versatile dish These baked Vegetarian Empanadas are a delicious finger food appetiser that your guests will love! Made with pie crust dough, they are simple, easy and super flaky! Serve with a side of sour cream and dip away! Protein: 9gCalories: 291kcalReady in: 30 minutesRecipe by: Grandbaby-Cakes Bonus: melts in your mouth This is the BEST Easy Mexican Cornbread Recipe on the web! So moist and delicious filled with cornmeal, corn kernels, spice, a hint of sweet and so much flavor! Protein: 6gCalories: 91kcalReady in: 19 minutesRecipe by: KetoVegetarianRecipes Bonus: walnut mushroom tacos recipe Mushroom Walnut Taco “Meat” is low carb, gluten-free and vegan. Use it as taco “meat”, in vegan quesadillas, to top nachos or pizza, or in your favorite Mexican or taco dish. Protein: 1gCalories: 48kcalReady in: 15 minutesRecipe by: SixHungryFeet Bonus: an appetizer, snack or add-on to your meals Our Mango Pico de Gallo is sweet, tangy, refreshing, healthy and the perfect salsa to add to your tortilla chips, nachos or tacos. Protein: 5gCalories: 115kcalReady in: 1 hour 50 minutesRecipe by: MyQuietKitchen Bonus: short, sweet and simple recipe With a creamy and mild flavor, this almond queso fresco is perfect for topping tacos, burritos, salads and veggies! An oil-free, gluten-free, vegan cheese made from just 4 ingredients. Protein: 1.9gCalories: 90kcalReady in: 10 minutesRecipe by: ConfettiAndBliss Bonus: easy ingredient substitutions Mexican pickled onions is a delicious condiment that’s quick and easy to make. Enjoy these tangy onions on tacos, tostadas, grilled meat, hamburgers, hot dogs, tuna salad, sub sandwiches and more! Calories: 106kcalReady in: 5 minutesRecipe by: BritneyBreaksBread Bonus: a little umami flavor, a lot of smoky notes This chunky vegan queso comes together in five minutes! It’s easy, flavorful, and full of smoky and spicy flavors!
What are 4 popular Mexican dishes?
Here are the top 4 Mexican dishes in order:
Tacos, in all its forms and varieties Pozole (spicy soup) Tamal (steamed corn dough with filling) Burritos
I was able to establish this pretty solid ranking thanks to tasteatlas, a reputable site on local cuisines, more google research and asking our recipe developer Abril (who has a Mexican grandma).
What are six authentic Mexican ingredients?
All of these ingredients are inherent parts of the Mexican cuisine (but don’t necessarily originate from Mexico):
beans beans corn avocado chili pepper cilantro limes tomatoes
Sources: check out the pages at wikipedia and theSpruceEats to expand your knowledge on Mexican ingredients!
What are the mealtimes in Mexico?
You have ‘desayuno’ (breakfast), which is usually hearty. A classic dish is huevos rancheros. Then you have ‘comida’ (lunch) at around 2pm. This usually includes soup, a main and dessert. Lastly you have ‘cena’ (dinner), from 6pm onwards, which usually is a lighter meal. The Mexicans also like to snack at around 11am (almuerzo) and in the afternoon at around 4pm (merienda). Alright guys, now you’re not only equipped with our favourite vegetarian Mexican recipes, but you also know when to eat those meals! Enjoy!
