Quick and easy Mexican recipes with 300 or fewer calories costing less than $3.0 per serving

Salsa

Salsa is easy to make fresh and tastes better than the jarred varieties. Saves a buck, too! I make mine in the Vita-mix, but most food processors…

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.

Chilapachole

Chilapachole is a spicy crab soup enjoyed along the Gulf of Mexico. It takes only 40 minutes from start to finish.The crabmeat in a spicy tomato…

Cowboy Caviar

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

Spicy Sauteed Shrimp & Quesadillas!

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

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…

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

Lentil Chicken Quesadilla

Lentils, brown rice, and chicken make this yummy version of quesadilla!

Con Queso Bites

A great appetizer or even a quick breakfast on the go.

Mexican Rice (healthy)

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

Pasta With Smoky Chipotle Sauce

Raw Vegan (or gently warmed) - rich, creamy, smoky and QUICK!

Baked Chicken Taquitos

We love love love Mexican food at our house so when Alessa and I decided to feature Mexican food as our theme this month I knew the family would…