Mexican recipes with 500 or fewer calories costing less than $1.5 per serving

Mexican Black Bean Salad

A colorful, healthy salad that can be put together in a matter of minutes. Perfect for a side dish or as a taco filling.

Home made Tortillas

Once you try these you will never buy them again. And as you get better you can make a huge batch in about 30 minutes!. My first attempt took me…

Cowboy Caviar

When you are looking for a quick make appetizer that will be loved by all, this is the recipe for you!

Anna's Baked/Zapped Chicken Chimichangas

This dish is rather time consuming, but well worth the effort. Traditionally, chimichangas are deep-fried, but…

Carol's Chili

The Best Chili Recipe though I may be prejudiced!

Estella's Picadillo

This recipe is from my mother-in-law who is from Michocan Mexico. This recipe will vary from place to place with how it is made, but it sure is…

Spicy Sauteed Shrimp & Quesadillas!

Very spicy! Easy to make in about 15mins. Healthy but very tasty!

Tex-Mex Tacos

Rice, corn, chicken and some spice. Serve alone or in tortillas.

Mexican Chicken Soup

This is a super easy, healthy, & inexpensive soup to make. It can be made spicier by using…

Grilled Vegetable Tostadas

Mexican food, one of my favorites any day of the week. In fact, I am pretty sure I could eat some type of Mexican food inspired dish every day of…

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…

Beef Tortilla Soup/Stew

Great dish any week night.

Pork and Poblano Chiles in Red Sauce

This is a spicy pork stew - we serve over penne pasta, but it works over rice, too

Border Benedicts

This amazing breakfast offers a terrific balance of carbs, protein, and fat. We skipped the traditional hollindaise in favor of fresh avocado and…

BBQ Pork and Potato Tacos