51 Healthy Mexican Recipes

When your taste buds want a small trip to the south of the border, do not let your belly ravage. These recipes are your answer!


Mexican food is always a favorite of the fans. Chips and Salsa Chile Rellenos and Enchiladas, there are many different dishes. Across Mexico, the traditional recipes derive from the rich diversity of products and ingredients from the region. Whether you gravitate toward authentic dishes or hybrids Texmex options, these meals often cheese can make even the cleanest eater plans to bring their diet. However, with regard to Mexican food, taste and health need not be contradictory. You can still enjoy your favorites with these 51 delicious Mexican recipes and healthy.

1

Steak nachos

Steak nachos
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Nachos maybe not is the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about healthy foods. But only 360 calories, this recipe provides all the taste without the guilt. The secret here is a spicy cheese sauce that tastes decadent but actually helps to save on calories.

Get our recipe forSteak nachos.

2

Crispy Chipotle Shrimp Quesadilla

Chipotle shrimp quesadilla
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

In a restaurant, quesadillas can enter almost 1,000 calories, but this lighter version that between only 340. The caramelized vegetables complement the spicy shrimp and add density to the dish without adding unnecessary fat.

Get our recipe forCrispy Chipotle Shrimp Quesadilla.

3

Beef tacos

beef taco recipe
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

When searching for a simple meal to make for the night Taco, this recipe taco beef classic is ideal to have in your back pocket. Top with lots of vegetables - such as feesPico de Gallo-Parger in some extra nutrients with every bite.

Get our recipe forBeef tacos.

4

Tacos sweet potatoes and spicy chorizo

sweet potato and chorizo taco recipe
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

If you are in the mood for comfort food, but you do not want to go to the sea, these sweet potatoes and chorizo ​​tacos are a great option. Seeking to make it vegetarian? Swap Meat with soy chorizo ​​instead.

Get our recipe forTacos sweet potatoes and spicy chorizo.

5

Vegetarian omelette of black beans

Black bean omelet
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Do not forget breakfast! Start the day off with an omelette inspired healthy Mexican can help you help you eat aware all day. This recipe contains in flavor for only 330 calories and can be part of a meal plan budget conscious.

Get our recipe forVegetarian omelette of black beans.

6

Taco bols fish

whole30 fish taco bowl
Posie Brien / Eat this, not that!

Looking for healthy Mexican recipes without dairy products? This Taco bowl of fish will! Charged with fresh mango salsa, slad, guacamole and rice cauliflower, this bowl taco fish is easy to prepare for dinner - or even preparing meals for the week.

Get our recipe forTaco bols fish.

7

Pot vegetarian chili

Crock pot vegetarian chili recipe with cheese and cornbread for the table
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

If you are looking for more ways to cut meat out of your diet, you'll love this recipe vegetarian chili vegetarian. This is a great healthy option when you need to serve a crowd.

Get our recipe forPot vegetarian chili.

8

Breakfast herbal Burrito

plant based breakfast burrito on white plate
Carlene Thomas / Eat this, not that!

If you are looking for healthy Mexican recipes based more on plants, you'll love this burrito option breakfast herbal. Topped with all kinds of hearty options (yet healthy) to keep you full for hours.

Get our recipe forBreakfast burrito made from cereal grains.

9

Tacos of black beans and sweet potatoes

black bean and sweet potato tacos
Jason Donnelly

With 16 grams of protein and eight grams of fiber, this meal is sure to fill you for a long time after eating. And thanks to fresh additions such as onion, chopped sweet peppers, cilantro and queso, there are many flavors to go around.

Get our recipe forTacos of black beans and sweet potatoes.

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10

Guacamole

Guacamole
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

No healthy Mexican revenue list would be complete without mention of guacamole. Already in good health, you can install Guacamole in your diet plan by exchanging the usual chips on the side of the sliced ​​peppers.

Get our recipe forGuacamole.

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Steak tacos

Steak tacos with pico de gallo on a green plate.
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

Lobbyguacamole, Queso Fresco, andPico de GalloThese steak tacos bring a refreshing touch for your Taco Tuesday celebrations. So, if you create a healthy Mexican recipes list, you will definitely want to add it.

Get our recipe forSteak tacos.

12

Chorizo ​​Breakfast Burritos

breakfast burrito cut in half on a plate ready to eat
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

When looking for a rich breakfast that does not totally spoil your calorie budget for the day, this chorizo ​​breakfast burrito is a great option. And if you have trouble folding a burrito, do not worry, we have a guide onHow to fold a burritoSo, none of your fillings falls.

Get our recipe forChorizo ​​Breakfast Burritos.

13

Chicken mole enchiladas

Low-calorie chicken mole enchiladas
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

These enchiladas rely on the authentic method of preparation, without all Americanized add-ons that build calories, such as sour cream. The result? Delicious food that combines your body without weighing.

Get our recipe forChicken mole enchiladas.

14

Chicken with Fajita Burrito protein

Healthy chicken fajita burrito
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Red cheese and low fat cheese offer all the flavor with much less calories than your typical burrito recipe. One of the best parts of this recipe is the way it can be prepared in advance for busy lunches.

Get our recipe forChicken with Fajita Burrito protein.

15

Fish tacos with Tilapia and lawyer

Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

Lighten the protein in your usual tacos by marinching some nets of tilapia! Surmated with fresh lawyers, the Crunchy Queso Fresco and Slaw, these tilapia tacos should be at the top of your list so that Mexican revenues are healthy.

Get our recipe forFish tacos with Tilapia and lawyer.

16

Cover Taco Pasta

one skillet taco pasta with spoon, cotija cheese, and sliced avocado
Waterbury Publications, Inc.

Thanks to black beans and chopped beef, this Taco pasta recipe enjoys 19 grams of protein, all for less than 400 calories. And with beans, whole grain pasta and vegetables, you will also get an amount of 17 grams of fiber per serving. Filling, nutritious and delicious, it is an unexpected healthy Mexican recipe that you will want to keep in your back pocket.

Get our recipe forCover Taco Pasta.

17

Sunrise Sandwich with Turkey, Cheddar and Guacamole

Sunrise sandwich
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Classes this one as more inspired by Texmex rather than authentically Mexican. The guacamole healthy and skinny Turkey make this sandwich a healthy choice for only 380 calories.

Get our recipe forSunrise Sandwich with Turkey, Cheddar and Guacamole.

18

Spicy tuna and taco lawyer

Paleo seared tuna tacos
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

One of the strengths of the many port cities thought that Mexico is the abundance of fresh seafood. Taking advantage of these naturally meat proteins is the perfect configuration for healthy tacos. These balanced flavors highlight the taste of tuna and the tang of some marinated onions.

Get our recipe forSpicy tuna and taco lawyer.

19

Chili

wendy's copycat chili in three bowls on a marble counter with cheese and sour cream
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

Between chopped beef, beans and plethora of cooked vegetables, a simple bowl of this Chile will keep you full hour for hours. If you are looking to make this recipe even lighter, up with a plain Greek yogurt instead of safe cream and lighten the shredded cheese.

Get our recipe forChili.

20

Crispy quesadillas with guacamole

Healthy crispy quesadillas with guacamole
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

OverrStuffed with cheese and teeming with greasy trim, the quesadillas are all guarantees to pack quadruple-digit calories. Our recipe from Quesadilla reverses the cheese ratio to fill, long going on dense nutrients and just using enough chorizo ​​and cheese to make it feel like an indulgence. You will love one of them in the next search for healthy Mexican revenue for dinner.

Get our recipe forCrispy quesadillas with guacamole.

21

Salsa at the restaurant level

dipping into salsa with a tortilla chip
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

You do not need to go to aMexican Restaurant In order to get the best salsa for your meal! You can make salsa at the restaurant, thanks to this easy recipe with five ingredients, at home.

Get our recipe forSalsa at the restaurant level.

22

Chicken tacos with easy roasting with salsa verde

Chicken tacos with salsa verde
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Let's be honest, is there something of aroast chicken can not do? They are cheap, fast and healthy. In this recipe, the roast chicken is transformed into a healthy taco fill, with a flavor that can even match the best restaurants. The best part is that they only come to 345 calories.

Get our recipe forChicken tacos with easy roasting with salsa verde.

23

Carne Asada Burrito

Low-calorie carne asada burritos
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

One of the biggest falls trying to stay healthy at a fast Mexican restaurant, like Chipotle, you watch your portions. Making your burritos at home is a great way to make sure you know exactly how much food you get without sacrificing any of the big burrito's tastes. The easy recipe has only 420 calories by Burrito.

Get our recipe forCarne Asada Burrito.

24

Crab Cakes with Mango-Lawyer Salsa

Paleo crab cakes
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Crustaceans are a protein commonly used in Mexican cooking. In this crab cake recipe, cakes are baked, rather than fried, which reduces the number of general calories without losing the perfect taste or foreign crunch.

Get our recipe forCrab Cakes with Mango-Lawyer Salsa.

25

Shrimp tacos with marinated onions

Close up of shrimp tacos
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

Why stifle your cheese tacos when you might have many other delicious (and healthy) tasting options instead? Try to make fast marinated red onions to associate your shrimp tacos, as well as fresh fat and a spoon of house cream.

Get our recipe forShrimp tacos with marinated onions.

26

Chile Instant Pot without beans

spoon holding up chili from a bowl
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

Looking to keep your diet bas-carbs? Go by adding beans to Chile and do thatKeto-The snapshot chili without beans! Load of vegetables, this Chile debates so much flavor, you will not even miss the beans.

Get our recipe forChile Instant Pot without beans.

27

Chicken tacos with roasted red pepper

Chicken red pepper taco recipe on a plate
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

Of course, you could top your chicken tacos with the usual suspects, but why not spice up a little? Roasted red peppers and serve them on your chicken tacos with corn salsa and a spoon of cream.

Get our recipe forChicken tacos with roasted red peppers.

28

Breakfast Burritos in Collard Greens

whole30 breakfast burrito on a white plate wrapped in a collard green
Posie Brien / Eat this, not that!

Why have tortilla when you could enjoy your breakfast wrapped in a green cloard? This complete inspiration recipe is easy to abandon this extra starch in the morning.

Get our recipe forBreakfast Burritos in Collard Greens.

29

Grilled Mexican Steak Salad

Healthy grilled mexican steak salad
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Whether you prepare this for lunch or dinner, this healthy salad provides all the spicy chipotle flavor at only 340 calories.

Get our recipe forGrilled Mexican Steak Salad.

30

Cheese and Chorizo ​​Farcie Jalapeños

Healthy stuffed jalapenos
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

The chorizo ​​mixed in the filling of these Jalapenos added an additional dose of heat, while the cream cheese travels the global flavor. By losing the traditional album coating on these Jalapeno poppers, global nutrition remains much more manageable for your diet.

Get our recipe forCheese and Chorizo ​​Farcie Jalapeños.

31

Breakfast tacos with bacon and spinach

breakfast tacos recipe on a plate
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

Breakfast for dinner? Sure why not!Eggs Are an easy protein to enjoy at any time of the day, and they are perfect in a tortilla of corn. Thanks to the extra bacon, these tacos are packed with a good amount of protein to satisfy your hungry stomach.

Get our recipe forBreakfast tacos with bacon and spinach.

32

Bols Burrito beef

whole 30 burrito bowl with guacamole on top
Posie Brien / Eat this, not that!

Why go to Chipotle for a bowl of Burrito when you can easily make one at home? This bowl of burrito comes out not only the grains, but jumps on the extra cheese, making it a very clean mexican recipe for lunchWherehaving dinner. Or both!

Get our recipe forBols Burrito beef.

33

Grilled Mexican style corn

Vegetarian grilled mexican-style corn
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Also known as Elote, this Mexican-style street corn has become a favorite of the crowd in recent years, even converting the most vegetable unfavorable eaters into believers. To reduce calories without sacrificing authentic taste, use the lime juice and chili powder alone, without the added mayonnaise.

Get our recipe forGrilled Mexican style corn.

34

TORTILLA SOUP CHICKEN

low-calorie tortilla soup
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

After a saucepan of this soup easy to do, you will forget everything on the bols of sodium loaded restaurants. The use of chicken breasts drawn from this soup helps keep the number of calories at 300.

Get our recipe forTORTILLA SOUP CHICKEN.

35

Potted chicken tacos

Crock pot chicken tacos in a salad and tortilla
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

You do not want to have the tortilla? This spray chicken tacos recipe is ideal for making enormous Taco salads. Add it just to a green bed with other vegetables, taco cheese, salsa and sour cream. And if you miss the crunch of a taco shell, sprinkle with some crushed tortilla chips!

Get our recipe forPotted chicken tacos.

36

Burritos Breakfast

Healthy breakfast burritos
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

By exchanging white tortillas for whole wheat, exchange fatty pork sausages for the lean chicken variety and adding rich fiber beans and fresh lawyer, we froze calories while increasing global nutrition (and delicious).

Get our recipe forBurritos Breakfast.

37

Pork Chile Verde

Paleo pork chile verde
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

It's a trip to Mexico in a bowl. You can basically hear the waves crashing on the banks of Cancun while you visit this spicy delight. By keeping it simple, focused on pork and vegetables without heavy additives, this authentic dish is transformer without weighed with calories.

Get our recipe forPork Chile Verde.

38

Hot Mexican Dogs Healthy

Healthy mexican hot dogs
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

For the nights when you want Mexican flavors but you do not have time to prepare a full meal, this easy dish provides in just minutes. To keep it healthy, make sure to be on the lookout for hot dogs that are free from chemical preservatives, such as the variety of Applegate Farms.

Get our recipe forHot Mexican Dogs Healthy.

39

Mexican Paleta Recipe Packaged with Fruits

Healthy paleta
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Pass this rich dessert and enjoy something light after you do one of these healthy Mexican recipes. You can choose the type of fruit you want for your Paleta recipe; As long as it can be thrown into the mixer with a little sugar and pure, it is the raw material Paleta. This recipe is a dream for family cook kiddie as well as for parents who want to give their children a healthy treat.

Get our recipe forMexican paleta packed with fruits.

40

Mexican quinoa and chicken salad

mexican quinoa and chicken salad on wooden cutting board with bowl of salsa
Waterbury Publications, Inc.

ThisMason Jar salad Only takes about 30 minutes to prepare and you can keep it in the refrigerator up to three days. In this case, the extra time will only make the dish even more tastier as the lime juice, coriander and garlic soak in the chicken and quinoa.

Get our recipe forMexican quinoa and chicken salad.

41

Mexican Chocolate Smoothie Bowl

mexican chocolate smoothie bowl with raspberries and chopped chocolate
Waterbury Publications, Inc.

Chocolate at breakfast? It's not too good to be true. This Mexican chocolatesmoothie Bowl has black chocolate almond milk, as well as chopped chocolate, for a creamy meal in a less sweet way than your typical chocolate treatment.

Get our recipe forMexican Chocolate Smoothie Bowl.

42

Fajitas Chicken Panel Leaf

chicken fajitas recipe for a sheet pan dinner
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

Looking for a family dinner easy to throw together for a quick meal? Well, is this chicken fajitas recipe! The dinners of the Pan leaf have the convenience of a dump and go asslow cooker mealBut only takes about 30 minutes to cook - instead of waiting four to eight hours for a meal!

Get our recipe forFajitas Chicken Panel Leaf.

43

Potted chicken pan

chicken enchilada casserole in bowl
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

But if you prefer a meal, you can just throw a meal, this chicken enchilada pan is it! You can even prepare the ingredients of this healthy mexican recipe in a large plastic freezer bag and place it in your freezer until you are ready to use it.

Get our recipe forPotted chicken pan.

44

Bacon-Chile Burgers with fresh guacamole and salsa

Paleo bacon chile burger
Waterbury Publications, Inc.

Just because you want a hamburger does not mean that you have to lose more than 1,000 calories on a basic restaurant or quick restoration order! You can actually enjoy a delicious burger with bacon (yes, bacon!) For a simple calorie 402. By simply adding a little guacamole and fresh salsa, you will have a tasty cake that will make you feel full and satisfied.

Get our recipe forBacon-Chile Burgers with fresh guacamole and salsa.

45

Pot steak instant pot fajitas

holding steak fajita filling with tongs from an Instant Pot
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

In less than 30 minutes, you will have a delicious meal for a crowd with an almost minimal effort to your end! ThoseSnap The Fajitas of Steak can be served on hot tortillas or on a bed of glasses with a quantity of guacamole.

Get our recipe forPot steak instant pot fajitas.

46

Keto Fat Bomb Plush Jalapeños

keto stuffed jalapeno poppers
Carlene Thomas / Eat this, not that!

The Jalapeño peppers are carbohydrate vegetables (about 1 gram of medium-sized pepper carbohydrates), a version of Keto Jalapeño Poppers is really obvious. These are stuffed with chopped beef and a filling of creamy cheese, then surmounted by a crispy bacon combo and pork for extra flavor.

Get our recipe forKeto Fat Bomb Plush Jalapeños.

47

Chile with turkey

Serious gluten-free chili
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

Although we had never been shy about professing our eternal affection for Chile, it is not without its dangers, namely the outbreak of the number of sodium and the ox dependence on the ground. Go skinny using the turkey on the ground and build the flavor with spices, beer and a little chocolate.

Get our recipe forChile with turkey.

48

Slow Carnitas Pork Cooker

Four pork carnitas tacos on a plate
Kiersten Hickman / Eat this, not that!

One of our favorite healthy Mexican recipes is our pork carnitas with a slow cooker! This recipe can roast in height for four hours, but for best results, let it roast on the low for eight. The meat will fall by falling when you start breaking it! Serve it with tortillas, limes, cheeses from the fresco queso (or Cotija!) And, of course, red onions marinated.

Get ourTangy Stove slow pork carnitas tacos.

49

Nachos of chicken grains and black beans

Low-calorie nachos with chicken and black beans
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

This chicken nacho recipe guarantees that each chip is uniformly covered with chicken and beans rich in protein fiber, as well as enough of the salsa spare cream and lime to prevent the mouth. Do not worry, we have a lot of shredty cheese from Monterey Jack melted on top to keep you satisfied. A Nacho is not a nacho without cheese, after all.

Get our recipe forNachos of chicken grains and black beans.

50

Chicken and chile red enchiladas

Healthy chicken and red chile enchiladas
Mitch Mandel and Thomas MacDonald

With only 375 calories per serving, this homemade chicken and the red Chile-Chile recipe will feel decadent while totally breaking your calorie budget for the day.

Get our recipe forChicken and chile red enchiladas.

51

Pumpkin mole chili

pumpkin mole chili bowls with spoons
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Even if it's not the fall season, you can always enjoy this delicious mole pumpkin chili for a week dinner. Even with only 265 calories and 7 grams of fat per serving, it is one of these healthy Mexican recipes that will let you feel incredibly satisfied.

Get our recipe forPumpkin mole chili.

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