Fiesta! Cinco de Mayo recipes and menu ideas

Regardless of your heritage, sitting down to a filling, family-style Mexican meal is a flavorful way to celebrate the food and holiday of a proud culture. You can serve family-style Mexican recipes such as Tortilla Soup, Chicken Chimichangas and Mexican Rice Pudding, or try this family fiesta menu featuring Soft Tacos, Enchiladas and Quesadillas. If you're a fan of fusion food, you'll love this Cinco de Mayo fusion menu of Cumin-Spiced Pumpkin Tacos, Mango and Apple Guacamole, Vanilla Margaritas and Avocado Lime Cheesecake.

Healthful Cinco de Mayo recipes

Every cuisine has dishes that are considered indulgent, and Mexican food has its share of dishes that are high in carbs, fat and calories. However, there are also healthful Mexican dishes and healthy ways to prepare traditional Mexican fare. If serving a small crowd, consider healthful (and economical) Mexican recipes such as Beef and Bean Burritos, Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole and Three Bean Salad. If you're celebrating solo, take a bite of these healthy Cinco de Mayo recipes -- Chili Tostada, Spanish Omelet and Turkey Quesadilla -- created by Chef Philip Andriano, executive chef for ChefsDiet.com.

Create your own Cinco de Mayo menu

There are many mouthwatering Mexican food and drink recipes to consider for your Cinco de Mayo celebrating:

• Grilled Mexican-Style Steak
• Tex-Mex Carne Guisada
• Avocado Soup
• Guacamole with a Twist
• Homemade Salsa
• Herradura Shrimp Tacos
• Tequila cocktails
• Skinny Margarita

More Mexican recipes

Be sure to visit our newly debuted Mexican recipes section for more Cinco de Mayo-worthy dishes. You'll find everything from Black Bean Tacos and Crock Pot Fajitas to Chile Rellenos and Homemade Flour Tortillas. You can even add your own collection of mouthwatering Mexican favorites!