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Authentic Mexican Food Recipes

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There are several Healthy Mexican recipes that are good for you and still full of flavor.

Light and delicious. Yes, these type of recipes exist!

Some reader favorites include: Licuado de Nopal, Mexican Lentil Soup, How to Cook Pinto Beans.

Coctel de Camarones (Mexican Shrimp Cocktail) in a glass on a green plate and red checkered tablecloth.

Coctel de Camarones, or Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

You won’t miss the meat with these Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas y Rajas de Chile Poblano). So yummy, so delicious, and 100% vegan. Top with salsa, and serve with refried beans. Hope you enjoy! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Lentil and Poblano Chile Tacos (Tacos de Lentejas con Rajas de Chile Poblano)

Green Ginger Smoothie - It’s jam packed with nutrients to rebalance and regroup. By In Mama Maggie's Kitchen

Green Ginger Smoothie

Zucchini Lemon Jalapeño Muffins make a scrumptious baked treat. Serve them warm with butter. Enjoy. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Zucchini Lemon Jalapeño Muffins

Vegetarian Tacos - Delicious Mexican food that’s perfect for Meatless Monday and Taco Tuesday. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Vegetarian Tacos

Cactus Banana Smoothie, or Licuado de Nopal con Plátano, is a diabetic-friendly breakfast idea. Creamy, delicious, and good for you too. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Cactus Banana Smoothie (or Licuado de Nopal con Plátano)

Tuna Balls in Salsa Verde, or Bolitas de Atún en Salsa Verde. Easy, cheap, and delicious. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

Tuna Balls in Salsa Verde (or Bolitas de Atún en Salsa Verde)

Mexican Chicken Salad with Chipotle Lime Dressing is a healthy and yummy dish that comes together easily. Perfect for weeknight meals. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Mexican Chicken Salad with Chipotle Lime Dressing

Tropical Mango Smoothie is a refreshing and delicious drink. It’s perfect as a healthy breakfast or mid-afternoon boost. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Tropical Mango Smoothie

Pescado en Salsa de Chiles (or Fish in Mexican Chili Sauce) is a savory dish that is full of robust flavors. A simple recipe perfect for Lent. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Pescado en Salsa de Chiles (Fish in Mexican Chili Sauce)

Caldo de Verduras, or Mexican Vegetable Soup, is full of yummy flavors. A comforting and warm soup that’s perfect for cold, winter days. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Caldo de Verduras (Mexican Vegetable Soup)

Taco Stuffed Zucchini - A simple, low carb, diabetic-friendly, low fat, and 100% delicious recipe that everyone will love. by Mama Maggie's Kitchen

Taco Stuffed Zucchini

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It’s easy to make the masa for tamales. Just a couple of ingredients. Whip this. Mix that... (snaps fingers) ... and done! By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

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Chorizo Con Papas is a true Mexican classic that’s full of bold flavors and very satisfying. By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Chorizo con Papas, or Mexican Chorizo with Potatoes + VIDEO

Birria de Res, or Mexican Beef Stew, in a brown bowl topped with chopped onions and cilantro.

Slow Cooker: Birria de Res, or Mexican Beef Stew + VIDEO

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