Quick and easy Mexican recipes with 400 or fewer calories

Mexican Spiced Pork Tenderloins with Sweet and Sour Sauce

An excellent , tasty, spicy pork tenderloins recipe for the BBQ. Can be made ahead and cooked when company…

Spicy Salsa

This is a favorite in our household and amongst friends. Super easy to make!

Taco Seasoning Mix (Dry)

Grilled Cocktails and a Smoky Margarita Recipe

You may recall in previous posts that I learned about the “Grilled Cocktails” food trend while attending…

Cocoa Spice Rub

I have tested various cocoa spice rub recipes on myself and my family and friends and have modified ingredients and their amounts according to their…

Kiwi Salsa

Instead if using tomatoes to make a salsa, try something new. In this recipe, kiwi becomes the main ingredient! It is delicious!

Mussels Vinaigrette

Steamed mussels are dressed with a flavorful vinaigrette in this colorful tapa. It is an ideal treat for a party or any event with lots of people…

Ranch Jalapeno Dip Recipe

zippy ranch-style dip. The recipe, from a local Mexican restaurant, stirs up a creamy blend that tastes great with crunchy tortilla chips or raw

Summer Time

Great sanck or pallet cleanser. Common fare in Oaxaca.

Healthy Mexican Chille

Corn and Black Bean Salad

A refreshing side to any meal

BBQ Pork and Potato Tacos

Easy Southwest Cesar Salad

Super easy, colorful dinner salad loaded with flavor.

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…

Guacamole

Fast, easy and delicious. Use a potato masher to make quick work of the avocados.