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25 mexican inspired dishes

2 · May 3, 2020 · Leave a Comment

rounding up 25 mexican inspired dishes that are easy to make and full of flavor for you to choose from this week.

Mexican Corn Zucchini Noodles with Chili-lime Roasted Chickpeas

this easy dish is light and refreshing and makes perfect use of a can of chickpeas, some seasonings and a zucchini!

mexican corn zucchini noodles with chili-lime roasted chickpeas // cait's plate

Easy Elote (Mexican Street Corn)

this mexican street corn is creamy, delicious and provides a nice kick. as good as one you’d get at a restaurant!

easy elote (mexican street corn) // cait's plate

Mexican Cauliflower Rice with Spiced Tofu

cauliflower rice and marinated tofu are loaded with mexican spices for an easy meal bursting with flavor!

mexican cauliflower rice with spiced tofu // cait's plate

Easy Veggie-Packed Mexican Casserole

this meal is not only easy and delicious but it’s budget-friendly too! packed with flavor and nutrition, it will definitely become a staple in your household!

easy veggie-packed mexican casserole

Summer Veggie Mexican Quinoa Bowl

loaded with protein and fiber, this quick quinoa bowl puts a mexican spin on beans & veggies for a dish you’ll want to make over and over again.

summer veggie mexican quinoa bowl // cait's plate

Spicy Shrimp & Black Bean Quinoa Bowls

juicy shrimp is marinated in chipotle peppers in adobo sauce then paired with roasted sweet potatoes, mexican style black beans, nutty tri-colored quinoa & avocado all finished off with cotija cheese & fresh cilantro for an easy weeknight dish.

spicy shrimp & quinoa bowls // cait's plate

Black Bean, Corn & Sweet Potato Quesadillas

these quick and easy quesadillas come together fast and are filled with satisfying flavor.

5 meals to make when you don't feel like cooking // cait's plate

Small-Batch Black Bean, Corn & Spicy Sweet Potato Enchiladas

these easy, meatless enchiladas come together in a matter of minutes and are made with items you likely have lying around the kitchen! quick & delicious, they’re a perfect weeknight dinner.

small-batch black bean, corn & spicy sweet potato enchiladas // cait's plate

Spicy Black Bean & Veggie Farro Bake

this easy dish comes together quickly and combines hearty vegetables with black beans for a meatless dish that even the biggest meat lovers will enjoy!

spicy black bean & veggie farro bake // cait's plate

Kid-Friendly: Bean, Veggie & Cheese Quesadilla

this easy quesadilla comes together in just minutes and makes a well-balanced main meal for your little one (or you!). pair it with some avocado and fruit for a fully balanced meal!

kid-friendly veggie, bean & cheese quesadillas // cait's plate

Easy Vegetarian Sheet Pan Nachos

these budget-friendly sheet pan nachos are a great way to repurpose leftover filling from my favorite short-batch vegetarian enchiladas!

easy vegetarian sheet pan nachos

Easy Breakfast Burritos

these breakfast burritos are the perfect sunday brunch meal! filled with fiber and protein, they’ll definitely become a go-to in your house!

easy breakfast burritos // cait's plate

Cheesy Whole Grain Enchilada Bake

skip the stuffing and rolling with this easy cheesy enchilada bake. it comes together quickly and is as delicious as your favorite batch of enchiladas!

cheesy whole grain enchilada bake // cait's plate

Crock Pot Salsa Chicken

this easy crock pot salsa chicken cooks while you work! throw everything into the slow cooker and by dinner time – it’s ready to eat!

easy crockpot salsa chicken - set it up in the morning and come home to a delicious dinner served anyway you like! // cait's plate

Black Bean, Corn & Zucchini Enchiladas

these easy enchiladas bring some of the best summer produce flavors to the forefront. covered in a zippy tomatillo sauce, this is a lighter, brighter, more summer-appropriate version of a classic comfort food dish.

black bean, corn & zucchini enchiladas // cait's plate

Turkey Taco Skillet

this easy taco skillet dish will quickly become a weeknight favorite of yours! made all in one pan with just a handful of ingredients, it’s as delicious as it is simple to pull together and is a total crowd pleaser!

easy turkey taco skillet // cait's plate

Breakfast Quesadillas

turning one of my favorite mains into a delicious breakfast you can whip up easily any day of the week!

breakfast quesadillas // cait's plate

Chicken Tacos with Fajita Veggies

these easy chicken tacos take all of 10 minutes to pull together and include some quickly stir-fried fajita veggies for a delicious #tacotuesday!

chicken tacos with fajita veggies // cait's plate

Easy Pico de Gallo

this fresh & delicious pico de gallo takes all of 5 minutes to make (and less than that to gobble up!). perfect for all your taco tuesday needs and beyond!

easy pico de gallo // cait's plate

Aloha Sheet Pan Nachos

these sheet pan nachos are easy (done in less than 30 minutes!), delicious & dirty just one pan, making them the perfect easy weeknight dish. mix up the flavors in any way to like best to suit your preferences!

aloha sheet pan nachos // cait's plate

Chili-Spiced Tofu Bowl with Pepper Lime Corn & Pineapple Salsa

packed with summer produce and a spicy kick, this is a great meal to prep over the weekend and eat all week long!

chili-spiced tofu bowl with pepper lime corn and pineapple salsa // cait's plate

Double Bean Corn & Avocado Salad

this easy double bean and corn avocado salad bowl comes together quickly and is a fresh weeknight meal that’s perfect for the warmer weather!

double bean corn & avocado salad bowl - quick, easy and so satisfying! // cait's plate

Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas

this easy sheet pan dinner comes together in under 20 minutes and is a total crowd pleaser!

sheet pan shrimp tacos // cait's plate

Ultimate Veggie-Packed Burrito

this easy burrito is loaded with veggies and comes together in just minutes making it a perfect weekday meal!

ultimate veggie-packed burrito || cait's plate

Sweet Potato Bowls with Cilantro Lime Rice

every bit as delicious as it sounds, it’s the perfect blend of fresh greens and hearty spices and it all comes together so wonderfully well.

power plate's sweet potato bowls with cilantro lime rice and black beans // cait's plate

…and just in case you need it (have two for me if so!)

4-Ingredient Margarita

4-ingredient margarita // cait's plate
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