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Indulge in a delicious variety of flavors with these 25 amazing vegetarian Mexican recipes! Explore traditional favorites and creative twists that will satisfy your cravings and bring the zest of Mexico to your table. Enjoy!
Mexican cuisine is renowned for its bold flavors and vibrant ingredients, and it turns out that many traditional Mexican dishes can be easily adapted for vegetarian and plant-based diets. From hearty veggie tacos and delectable salsas to creamy vegetable enchiladas and bean-based salads, there are countless delicious ways to enjoy the taste of Mexico without relying on meat.
This collection of over 25 vegetarian Mexican recipes showcases the incredible versatility of fresh produce, beans, grains, and dairy to create meatless meals that are just as satisfying as their carnivorous counterparts. Whether you’re a dedicated vegetarian or just looking to add more plant-based options to your meal rotation, these vegetarian Mexican-inspired dishes are sure to become new family favorites!
25+ Vegetarian Mexican Recipes
Copycat Chipotle Chili Corn Salsa Recipe
Discover how to make your own Copycat Chipotle Chili Corn Salsa with our easy-to-follow recipe. Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet corn, spicy chiles, and zesty lime, just like your favorite Chipotle version at home!
This easy homemade charred salsa recipe is the perfect way to add some bold and smoky flavors to your favorite dishes! Naturally vegan and gluten-free.
These oven baked vegetarian tostadas heat up quickly which means you can have dinner on the table in just 15 minutes! They’re vegetarian, gluten free, and customizable for the whole family!
This fresh, easy, homemade salsa recipe is filled with simple & healthy ingredients and packed with flavor for the absolute best delicious garden salsa you could ever make! Most akin to a fresh restaurant style salsa, this vegan salsa is slightly spicy, salty and sweet all rolled into one!
Let’s bring a tropical touch to your dinner table with this sweet and spicy pineapple pico de gallo! Prepared with fresh pineapple, ginger, jalapeño, red
The stereotype is that refried beans are unhealthy and filled with fat. These homemade refried beans are anything but. Delicious, and naturally vegan and GF
A super easy and tasty take on classic Chiles Rellenos! A gluten-free, baked, cheese-filled egg dish with deliciously spicy roasted New Mexican Hatch green chiles.
This fresh tomato salsa or pico de gallo is delicious on just about anything and so easy to make! Use this homemade salsa to top tacos, grilled chicken or fish.
Vegan Instant Pot Mexican White Bean Soup (+ Stovetop Instructions)
This comforting and heart-warming White Bean Soup is packed with flavorful Mexican spices for a truly delicious vegan soup recipe that is healthy, easy to make and can be made with soaked or unsoaked dry white beans! Both Instant Pot pressure cooker and stovetop instructions are included for this spicy, smoky, keto friendly soup!
Get all the essential flavors of Taco Tuesday wrapped up in a Mexican omelette for breakfast! Skip laborious meal prep first thing in the morning and make this low-carb recipe in 10 minutes or less.
Mexican Corn Black Bean Salad Recipe – Masala Herb
Mexican corn black bean salad with cilantro and lime flavors. I can’t get enough of this salad, flavorful and nutritious and my favorite party salad side.
This Instant Pot Mexican Quinoa is an easy “dump and go” recipe. Simply add the ingredients to your pressure cooker, turn it on, and dinner is ready in minutes!
These Pumpkin and Black Bean Vegan Enchiladas are flavorful and completely plant-based! This is a make-ahead vegetarian dinner that even meat-eaters love.
Baked Black Bean Corn Quesadilla Recipe – Masala Herb
Easy baked cheesy black bean quesadilla with corn. Healthier dinner meal to prepare with canned corn and black beans. Including spicy mexican seasoning.
Kristen is a writer, photographer, recipe developer, and certified functional nutrition expert. She is also the author of Fermented Hot Sauce Cookbook, Vegetarian Family Cookbook, and Hot Sauce Cookbook for Beginners. Her work has been featured in various print and online publications including Elle, Chicago Sun-Times, Martha Stewart, MSN, Healthline, and many more. Kristen is also a syndicated writer for The Associated Press.