Mexican side dishes recipes with 400 or fewer calories costing less than $2.0 per serving

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Mexican Rice

Mexican Rice

Sergio Hernandez
Jan 2009
Advanced
10 votes
34781 views
The Best Mexican Rice

The Best Mexican Rice

I made this for a Cinco de Mayo party and it was just like the rice you get in a Mexican restaurant. Light, fluffy, and perfect for your next…

MarthaW
May 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
18130 views
Homemade Refried Beans

Homemade Refried Beans

I'm ashamed to say that though I LOVE refried beans, this is the first time I've ever made them myself. It's just so easy to buy them in a can, or…

John Spottiswood
May 2012
Advanced
7 votes
8467 views
Mango Chipotle Sauce/Glaze

Mango Chipotle Sauce/Glaze

This is a good sauce/glaze for almost anything. It is easy to make and stores refrigerated well for several days or if air tight much longer. I…

Bob Vincent
Aug 2013
Intermediate
3 votes
6243 views
Arroz A La Mexicana

Arroz A La Mexicana

Brett Ede
Jul 2010
Professional
1 vote
3046 views
Mexican Charra Beans

Mexican Charra Beans

Very flavorful beans, slightly soupy. Frequently served as a side dish with a Mexican meal in many restaurants along the border.

Marlin Rinehart
Feb 2010
Intermediate
3 votes
5511 views
Mexican Rice Pilaf

Mexican Rice Pilaf

Generally, Mexican cooks make this rice with fresh tomatoes, but ever the corner-cutter, I use petite diced, drained.

myra byanka
Mar 2013
Professional
1 vote
5477 views
Mexican Style Green Sweet Peas

Mexican Style Green Sweet Peas

This is a delicious way of cooking fresh peas, and makes an excellent accompaniment to any meal. The flavor comes from the vegetables themselves,…

Robyn Savoie
Dec 2013
Advanced
1 vote
4438 views
Mango Salsa

Mango Salsa

Made salmon burgers the other night. Wanted to make a refreshing side because the temperature was in the mid 80's that day. Aha, mango salsa.…

Unknown Chef
May 2021
Intermediate
1 vote
295 views
Southwest Black Bean Casserole

Southwest Black Bean Casserole

Vegetarians rejoice! This Tex-Mex favorite can be used as a side dish for 12, or as a main dish for 8. The toppings of lettuce, tomatoes, olives,…

Salad Foodie
Jul 2017
Professional
2 votes
3757 views
Taco Sauce #2

Taco Sauce #2

This is inexpensive to make, stays in the fridge for weeks, and is a nice, basic sauce to drizzle on tacos or over tortilla dishes for decoration,…

myra byanka
Mar 2012
Professional
1 vote
3754 views
Fresh Pintos

Fresh Pintos

My grandmother Manuela taught me how to make these. She used to serve them in her restaurant in Mexico. A simple recipe which can be served as a…

Groomsie
Dec 2010
Advanced
2 votes
3160 views
Grilled Mexican Corn

Grilled Mexican Corn

Grilled Mexican Corn-is an easy and quick 20 minute recipe. A great option for delicious corn with a spicy kick. Features include a homemade spicy…

RecipeKing
Jun 2015
Intermediate
1 vote
3008 views
Aztec Rice 400pp

Aztec Rice 400pp

william ruiz
May 2012
Intermediate
1 vote
2172 views
Mexican Rice (healthy)

Mexican Rice (healthy)

A healthy Mexican rice; because even when you are dieting, Mexican food should still be an option

Erin S
Jan 2013
Intermediate
1 vote
2597 views