There’s nothing more satisfying than a generous helping of Mexican food. Yet, if you’re new to vegetarian cooking, you may be curious about your options. Or, perhaps you’re hosting a party and want to make something that all your guests will like. (In this case, Mexican food is always a safe bet… because everyone loves it!)
Luckily, you don’t have to limit yourself to tacos. With this roundup of vegetarian Mexican-inspired recipes, you can get creative with ingredients like salsa, guacamole, and beans. In fact, these ideas are so good that something tells us even the meat-loving people in your life will gobble ‘em right up.
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1. Mexican Pinto Bean Soup
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free | Total time: 35 minutes
For a hearty, protein-rich meal, cozy up with this Mexican pinto bean soup. Make it in just one pot for an easy dinner with even easier clean-up.
2. Taco Salad
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free | Total time: 20 minutes
Enjoy a tasty helping of fresh veggies with this simple vegan taco salad. You can even add crushed tortilla chips on top for a tasty crunch.
3. Vegan Crunchwrap Supreme
Vegetarian, Vegan | Total time: 24 minutes
Long gone are the days of making special requests at Taco Bell. With this vegetarian and vegan crunchwrap supreme, you can enjoy a homemade version of the iconic fast food meal. (Make it vegetarian by using cheese or gluten-free by using gluten-free tortillas.)
4. Guacamole Cabbage Bean Tacos
Vegetarian | Total time: 45 minutes
Switch up your taco game with these guacamole cabbage bean tacos. The recipe features a simple homemade guac and a delicious bean-zucchini mixture.
5. Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili
Vegetarian, Gluten-free | Total time: 6 to 8 hours
Kidney, black, and garbanzo beans come together in this slow cooker vegetarian chili. The leftovers also last for up to five days, making it an excellent for Sunday meal prep.
6. Jackfruit Carnitas
Vegetarian, Gluten-free | Totaltime: 25 minutes
Thanks to a rich homemade blend of spices, these jackfruit carnitas are bursting with flavor. It also makes for an awesome “starter recipe” if you’re new to vegetarian cooking.
7. Crispy Oven-Baked Spinach Tacos
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free | Total time: 40 minutes
Plant-based tacos are one thing… but baked tacos? We’ll take six, please. Enjoy these crispy oven baked spinach tacos for lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer.
8. Vegan Tortilla Soup
Vegetarian, Vegan | Total time: 45 minutes
This vegan tortilla soup tastes just as good as it looks. You can also easily customize it, depending on the vegetables you already have on hand.
9. Stacked Huevos Rancheros
Vegetarian, Gluten-free | Total time: 20 minutes
Woke up with a craving for Mexican food? Make these stacked huevos rancheros for brekafast. But if we’re being honest, we’d happily eat these anytime of the day.
10. Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole
Vegetarian, Gluten-free | Total time: 35 minutes
From sweet potatoes and beans to bell pepper and tomatoes, this vegetarian enchilada casserole is full of tasty veggies. There are even strips of tortillas baked in the casserole!
11. Beer Bean Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Vegetarian | Total time: 1 hour and 35 minutes
If you’re a fan of boozy recipes, you’ll love these beer bean-stuffed poblano peppers. The original recipe calls for dry beans, but you can speed up the process by using canned beans.
12. Vegan Nachos
Vegearian, Vegan, Gluten-free | Total time: 20 minutes
Though meat-free nachos are automatically vegetarian, you can also enjoy a dairy-free version with these vegan nachos. Enjoy it as an appetizer or Super Bowl party dish. It’s nut-free, delicious, and easy to make!
13. Vegetarian Mexican Potato Skins
Vegetarian, Gluten-free | Total time: 40 minutes
Once you try these vegetarian Mexican potato skins, you’ll never go back to the traditional kind. This version features a tasty been filling, fresh guac, and Greek yogurt.
14. Spicy Potato Burrito Bowls
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free | Total time: 35 minutes
It wouldn’t be a list of vegetarian Mexican-inspired recipes without a burrito bowl. This spicy potato burrito bowl, which features two kinds of potatoes, is perfect for when you need to use up leftover veggies.
15. Vegetarian Taco Lasagna
Vegetarian | Total time: 30 minutes
Yes, you read that right. This vegetarian taco lasagna is made of lentils, beans, and corn between layers of tortillas. It’s a creative, delicious meal that your whole family will love.
16. Loaded Mexican Sweet Potato Cheese Fries
Vegetarian, Gluten-free | Total time: 25 minutes
If you eat dairy, there’s a good chance you have a soft spot for cheese fries. But what about loaded Mexican sweet potato cheese fries? Make them with frozen fries and whatever toppings you have on hand for an easy, comforting snack.
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