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This collection of Mexican appetizers contains all the best dips, salsas, and easy appetizers to perfectly complement your next fiesta!
Perfect for Fiestas!
We are part Mexican so our family LOVES to have Mexican-themed meals and especially appetizers when we get together!
Sometimes it’s for holidays like a Cinco de Mayo party or Christmas, but other times it’s just for a regular old weeknight meal. Either way, we love a good fiesta with appetizers.
These are some of our favorite Mexican bites that we frequently use for our fiestas! This list includes quick and easy recipes that take less than 30 minutes, dips and salsas, classics, and more!
They’re ALL easy and ALL shareable!
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Flautas
These crispy beef flautas have been enjoyed for generations – they're fried to perfection and ready to eat in under 30 minutes!
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Taquitos Recipe
Everyone loves these classic taquitos! They're fried to golden perfection and are great as appetizers or even a main dish.
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Nachos Recipe
When feeding a crowd, this sheet pan nachos recipe is a must! It's quick, easy, and completely customizable!
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Cheese Crisp
A cheese crisp is a crunchy open-face quesadilla that is an Arizona favorite!! They are quick, easy, and perfectly dippable.
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Bean Dip Recipe
Our favorite bean dip recipe is ready to enjoy in only 30 minutes. Enjoy it with chips, tacos, or any Mexican dish!
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Cheese Quesadilla
Look no further for the best cheese quesadilla! They are everything you want in a queso-filled golden brown slice of heaven.
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Queso Blanco Recipe
Our favorite queso blanco recipe is quick, simple, and extra cheesy – add tortilla chips for the perfect addition to your next party!
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Jalapeno Poppers Recipe
Spicy fried jalapeno poppers are a classic appetizer that everyone wants! Bite into these cheesy poppers for a flavor explosion!
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7 Layer Bean Dip
This 10-minute 7 layer bean dip is a must-have at every function! It has loads of flavor and all your favorite dip ingredients!
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Tortilla Chip Recipe
Homemade tortilla chips are crispy and sprinkled with salt. They are surprisingly quick and simple to whip up!
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Salsa Recipe
This is such an EASY salsa recipe. It tastes just like restaurant salsa and goes perfectly with tortilla chips, tacos, and more!
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Sausage Stuffed Jalapenos
Quick and simple sausage stuffed jalapenos are filled with cream cheese and baked to perfection in only 30 minutes.
Avocado Taquitos Recipe
Avocado Taquitos aka "Flautas" are filled with avocados and cheese and fried to perfection! They're perfect for a main dish or appetizer.
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Chicken Quesadilla
This easy, cheesy chicken quesadilla is a crowd favorite. Filled with a delicious homemade sauce, these hand-held bites are irresistible!
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Mexican Pinwheels
Mexican pinwheels are bite-size tortilla rolls filled with a spiced cream cheese mixture. They are a party in your mouth!
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Mexican Wontons Recipe
Mexican Wontons are a zingy twist on a classic appetizer. They are crispy with a perfectly spiced, creamy center!
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Chicken Flautas
Deliciously cheesy, filled chicken flautas can be fried, air-fried, or even baked for the perfect appetizer or dinner at your next fiesta.
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Esquites Recipe
This Esquites recipe is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for any fiesta – plus, it's made in just 20 minutes!
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Carne Asada Fries Recipe
Loaded carne asada fries are topped with tender-marinated meat and packed with Mexican flavor. They are completely customizable!
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Baked Tortilla Chips
Baked tortilla chips are just as tasty, but with fewer calories. Only 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep for a better way to snack!
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Loaded Nachos Recipe
This piled-high loaded nachos recipe is the perfect game-day food or appetizer -customize it with your favorite toppings!
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Baked Chicken Taquito Recipe
Simple and tasty baked Chicken Taquitos. These rolled tortillas are filled with chicken, cheese, salsa and so many delicious spices!
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Buffalo Chicken Taquitos Recipe
Serve these Buffalo Chicken Taquitos as an easy dinner idea, or as an appetizer at your next party or get together.Â
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How to Make Guacamole
For an addictingly fresh, restaurant-quality dip or side, learn how to make guacamole at home in only 10 minutes!
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Hot Corn Dip
Perfectly spiced hot corn dip is deliciously chunky and perfect for dipping. Serve it as an appetizer or side!
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Jalapeno Popper Dip Recipe
Cheesy Jalapeno Popper Dip has just enough spice and a perfectly crisp topping. It's sure to be a hit at your next party!
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Chili Cheese Dip Recipe
Make the BEST chili cheese dip recipe in only 10 minutes and with a handful of ingredients. It's the perfect appetizer for any party.
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Taco Dip Recipe
This taco dip recipe is a fiesta of flavor, combining your favorite taco toppings into a creamy and cheesy dip that's ready in minutes.
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Mexican Bean Dip
Hot Mexican bean dip is a quick and easy appetizer or side dish that packs a flavorful punch and is ready in only 30 minutes!
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Chili’s Skillet Queso Recipe
Copycat Chili's skillet queso takes just minutes to make!! It's not only simple but it's delicious and addicting.
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Chicken Enchilada Dip Recipe
If you love all the flavors of green chili enchiladas, you’ll love this cheesy dip! Ingredients include cream cheese, sour cream, chicken, green chilis, enchilada sauce, and seasonings!
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Tamale Dip Recipe
Tamale Pie Dip – this cheesy dip is going to be a new favorite at any gathering! Filled with shredded chicken, creamed corn, cream cheese, Mexican cheese, and sour cream!
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Crock Pot Bean Dip Recipe
This cheesy and delicious crock pot bean dip is made with hardly any effort! SO easy, convenient, and perfect for holiday parties! Grab those chips and get dippin'.
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Hamburger Dip
This savory hamburger dip is always a hit at parties. It's cheesy, hearty, and made with only 4 ingredients!
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Black Bean Dip Recipe
This deliciously cheesy black bean dip is perfectly shareable and only takes 5 minutes to prep for an easy favorite!
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Avocado Lime Ranch Dip Recipe
It only takes a small handful of ingredients and a few minutes to whip up some creamy and delicious Avocado Lime Ranch Dip! Filled with cilantro, lime juice, and avocado, this ranch dip is perfect for dipping chips or topping Mexican dishes!
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Cream Cheese Salsa Dip
Tangy cream cheese salsa dip is a tasty twist on a classic red salsa. It's made in minutes with only 2 ingredients!
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Black Bean Corn Salsa
Fresh and chunky black bean corn salsa {aka Cowboy Caviar} is a favorite dip to serve with tortilla chips!
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Corn Salsa Recipe
Savory corn salsa has a little kick of spice! There are so many yummy uses for this delicious and simple salsa.
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Strawberry Salsa
The unique flavors of this sweet and spicy strawberry salsa pair perfectly with fish, tacos, or any Mexican dish!
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Tomatillo Salsa Recipe
Easy tomatillo salsa is spicy and delicious. It's great with tortilla chips or as a sauce on top of your favorite Mexican dishes!
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Mango Salsa Recipe
This sweet and savory Mango Salsa is perfect with chips or any Mexican meal. It's full of flavor and simple to make.
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Cucumber Salsa Recipe
Crisp and light Cucumber Salsa is delicious with tortilla chips or on top of tacos. It is best when freshly made and chilled.
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Peach Salsa Recipe
Fresh peach salsa is delicious with chips, on top of fish or pork, or spooned over tacos! You'll love the flavor combinations in this recipe!
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Chili’s Salsa Recipe
This Chili's salsa recipe is a family favorite copycat that uses simple ingredients and blends up in minutes!
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Salsa Verde Recipe
Sweet Salsa Verde – a delicious salsa recipe that is sweet and takes just minutes to make. Ingredients include tomatillos, jalapenos, sugar, & cilantro.
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Pineapple Salsa Recipe
Fresh Pineapple Salsa is deliciously addictive. Eat it with your favorite tortilla chips and share it with friends and family!
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Fruit Salsa
Fresh fruit salsa is a perfect pairing for our sweet homemade cinnamon chips. Ready in under 20 minutes, you can make it for any occasion!
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I always make you chicken tacos which are similar to taquitos. I venture out and tried the cream cheese taquitos and the buffalo chicken taquitos, both were so good! in fact as write this I think next time I throw a party ill provide a variety plate that offers each type.
Some of my most favorite food is right here. It’s just so yummy and truly perfect for any occasion. Great for cinco de mayo!
Mexican appetizers are seriously the best!! I make your black bean & corn salsa all the time! It’s always a hit wherever I take it. We make Mexican food quite a bit & your recipes never disappoint!
Awesome authentic recipes.
I want to thank you so much for the delicious recipes and Ideas. I really enjoy your blog. Virginia
Thank you!! I’m so glad you enjoy the recipes!