Cinco de Mayo

Here you will find recipes perfect for a Cinco De Mayo celebration.

We have everything from Cranberry Margarita, Taco Salads, and even a 7 Layer Dip Recipe!

These recipes are inspired by Mexican and Southwestern flavors!

Image of a beautiful cranberry margarita in a salt rimmed glass, garnished with a lime wedge, an orange wedge, and fresh cranberries.

Cranberry Margarita Recipe

November 25, 2019

image of bright and colorful mango slaw, the perfect slaw for fish tacos, in a white bowl with a black spoon. Garnished with a lime.

Mango Slaw – perfect slaw for fish tacos

August 12, 2019

image of a classic taco salad recipe on a plate with a black and white linen and wooden serving utensils in the background of the photo.

Taco Salad Recipe – with optional homemade dressing

June 27, 2019

Image of colorful vegan tacos, shot from above with pickled onions, cilantro, avocado, and lime.

Vegan Tacos with Roasted Carrots, Mushrooms, Quinoa, and Black Beans

March 25, 2019

This zesty and flavorful tequila lime chicken marinade is reminiscent of a margarita and perfect for making grilled chicken for fajitas. You're going to love it!

Tequila Lime Chicken Marinade

September 17, 2018

image of 7 layer dip with scoop out to show the layers, chip dipped in the top

7 Layer Dip Recipe – THE BEST!

September 10, 2018

cilantro lime instant pot quinoa

Instant Pot Quinoa | Plain and Cilantro Lime Recipes

April 23, 2018

These easy vegetarian cauliflower tacos are full of flavor and protein! Even meat-lovers are going to flip over these fun tacos. Whether it's for Meatless Monday or a full-on vegetarian lifestyle, you're going to love these! They're also easy to make vegan. Make them tonight!

Cauliflower Tacos with Chickpeas – Vegetarian

February 28, 2018

Sheet pan fajitas are great for busy weeknights and also great for bigger crowds! You'll love this hands-off approach to fajitas! Get the recipe on rachelcooks.com!

Sheet Pan Fajitas – Easy Recipe for Chicken Fajitas! | with video

February 22, 2018

These Shrimp Tacos are a refreshing taste of the tropics thanks the zesty avocado, mango and pineapple salsa. They're easy to make and are a hit for any party or taco night. The extra salsa is amazing on chips or sprinkled on a salad!

Shrimp Tacos with Avocado, Mango and Pineapple Salsa

January 17, 2018

Mango Avocado Salsa is the perfect topping to any taco or salad, and it's irresistible piled up on a chip! You'll love the creamy avocado, sweet mango, and tart pineapple in every bite! Get the easy salsa recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Mango Avocado Salsa with Pineapple Recipe

January 15, 2018

The chili powder and cumin coating on these oven roasted sweet potatoes makes them absolutely perfect in burrito bowls, on tacos, or on their own! They're great with eggs at breakfast, too. Get the simple recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes – Southwestern Style

October 18, 2017

Creamy and flavorful, this green chile macaroni and cheese will change the way you think about macaroni and cheese! There's no need to make a roux, so it's one of the easiest things you can make, too! Get the easy vegetarian recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Green Chile Mac and Cheese Recipe

March 13, 2017

A packet of chicken taco seasoning not only makes this easy chicken chili a breeze to make, it also lends unbelievable flavor to this recipe! Get the easy soup recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Easy Chicken Chili Recipe – FIVE ingredients!

February 24, 2017

Ridiculously easy and perfect for game day, handheld refried bean dip is a hearty appetizer that everyone loves. Let your guests add their own toppings. Get the fun appetizer recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Refried Bean Dip with Cheese — Easy and Handheld!

January 30, 2017

Perfect for parties or a busy weeknight, these turkey enchilada slow cooker meatballs are easy to make, healthy, and so flavorful! Get the recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Turkey Enchilada Slow Cooker Meatballs with Cheese

December 28, 2016

Switch up the chicken soup routine with this easy and flavorful slow cooker 5 ingredient enchilada verde soup. Made in the slow cooker! Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Slow Cooker Green Enchilada Soup (5 ingredient!)

October 24, 2016

Mix up your routine with a southwestern twist on a classic chicken salad recipe. You can prep it on the weekend - it's quick, easy and incredibly filling. Get the healthy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Southwest Chicken Salad Recipe – with video

September 26, 2016

Mexican Spinach Dip Recipe – great for parties!

September 23, 2016

How about we put the cheese inside the “chips” and use quesadillas as the base for some summer-inspired quesadilla nachos? The result is incredible!

Quesadilla Nachos

July 11, 2016

This southwestern guacamole toast is going to be your lunch go-to meal. It's easy to make, filling, and packed full of flavor thanks to peppers, sweet corn, lime, and cilantro. Get the avocado toast recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Southwestern Guacamole Toast Recipe

June 24, 2016

Words cannot express how badly you need these vegetarian nachos in your life. They're great on their own but the creamy cilantro lime drizzle puts them over the top! Get the recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Vegetarian Nachos with Creamy Cilantro Lime Drizzle

April 20, 2016

This healthy queso dip is about as healthy as you'll get when it comes to a decadent, cheesy dip. You'll love the subtle sweetness and vibrant color that the butternut squash adds. This one is a must-try! Get the appetizer recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Healthy Queso Dip with Butternut Squash

March 18, 2016

Ever go out to eat just for that irresistible salsa? You won't believe how easy it is to make restaurant style salsa at home. Get the easy recipe on RachelCooks.com!

Restaurant Style Salsa – the best! (with Video)

February 1, 2016