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    25 Mexican-Inspired Thanksgiving Recipes

    Published: Nov 16, 2024 by Kristen Wood · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Spice up your holiday with 25 Mexican Thanksgiving recipes that blend tradition and bold flavors for a festive feast!

    A collage of three dishes: corn salad with red onions and cilantro, chili with cheese and tortilla chips, and a baked casserole with a bay leaf on top.

    When I plan Thanksgiving, I love finding ways to bring new flavors to the table while keeping the holiday's warmth and tradition alive. Mexican-inspired dishes are perfect for this, offering a vibrant twist to classic recipes. From spiced sides to bold mains, these 25 recipes will add a little something special to your feast. Enjoy!

    25 Mexican Thanksgiving Recipes

    1
    Vegan Instant Pot Mexican-Spiced White Bean Soup (+ Stovetop Instructions)rn
    Vegan Instant Pot Mexican-Spiced White Bean Soup (+ Stovetop Instructions)rn
    This comforting & heart-warming White Bean Soup is packed w/ flavorful Mexican spices for a truly delicious vegan soup that is healthy, easy to make & can be made w/ soaked or unsoaked white beans!
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    2
    Copycat Chipotle Chili Corn Salsa
    Copycat Chipotle Chili Corn Salsa
    Discover how to make your own Copycat Chipotle Chili Corn Salsa with our easy-to-follow recipe. It’s just like your favorite Chipotle version at home!
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    3
    Cheesy Butternut Squash Casserole (Gluten-Free, Vegan Option)rn
    Cheesy Butternut Squash Casserole (Gluten-Free, Vegan Option)rn
    This super comforting Butternut Squash Casserole is filled with Mexican spices and some cheesy goodness for one delightful and versatile vegetarian dish certain to please the pickiest of palates! Gluten-free, with a vegan option, too!rnrn
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    4
    Lentejas (Mexican Lentil Soup)
    Lentejas (Mexican Lentil Soup)
    This comforting, Mexican-inspired dish, known as Sopa de Lentejas, is a traditional lentil soup full of rich, hearty flavors. Slow-cooked to perfection, every spoonful warms the soul with its cozy deliciousness! rn
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    5
    Pozole Rojo Recipe
    Pozole Rojo Recipe
    Pozole Rojo is a classic Mexican stew, where pork and hominy simmer in a well seasoned, chili pepper enhanced broth.
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    6
    Mexican Street Corn Salad
    Mexican Street Corn Salad
    This Mexican Street Corn Salad has charred corn, creamy dressing, and bold flavors! Perfect for any gathering or as a delicious side.
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    7
    Incredible Tacos Al Pastor Recipe
    Incredible Tacos Al Pastor Recipe
    Tacos Al Pastor - These easy beef tacos al pastor are made in the slow cooker. Shredded beef topped with pineapple chunks, cheese, and avocados. Delicious! Tacos Al Pastor These easy beef tacos al pastor are made in the slow cooker. Shredded beef topped with pineapple chunks, cheese, and avocados. Delicious, easy to make, and the perfect dish to celebrate your Mexican-themed Party. The big question is: Are you hombre enough to eat these smoky and spicy tacos? Chipotle peppers with adobo sauce and pineapple give these dishes a wonderful and distinctive flavor. Tacos Al Pastor is generally made with
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    8
    The Best Vegetarian Chili (Slow-Cooker or Stovetop)
    The Best Vegetarian Chili (Slow-Cooker or Stovetop)
    This is the best vegetarian chili we’ve ever had, whether by slow-cooker or stovetop. You won’t miss the meat with these big, bold flavors.
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    9
    Charro Beans - The Cookin Chicks
    Charro Beans - The Cookin Chicks
    From kitchen staple to family tradition, learn how to cook up the best Charro Beans with this simple recipe!
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    10
    Mexican Hot Chocolate Ice Cream
    Mexican Hot Chocolate Ice Cream
    This mexican hot chocolate Ice cream recipe will transport you to Mexico’s rich and comforting flavors with hints of cinnamon and pepper.
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    11
    The Best Chipotle Refried Beans with Adobo - Bless This Meal
    The Best Chipotle Refried Beans with Adobo - Bless This Meal
    Chipotle refried beans are a savory and smoky side dish made from pinto beans, mashed and cooked with chipotle peppers. You’re going to love the spicy kick and rich flavor of the chipotle peppers in adobo. Enjoy on tacos tacos, burritos, or as a dip with your favorite chips.
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    12
    Mexican Tomato Salad with Black Beans, Corn, and Avocado
    Mexican Tomato Salad with Black Beans, Corn, and Avocado
    A delicious, fresh, and filling Mexican Tomato Salad with Black Beans, Corn, and Avocado that makes for a perfect summer salad or side dish.
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    13
    Green Chicken Pozole
    Green Chicken Pozole
    Green chicken pozole is a traditional Mexican soup that is loved for its rich, spicy flavor and hearty ingredients.
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    14
    Vegan Mexican one pot black bean stew with sweet potato
    Vegan Mexican one pot black bean stew with sweet potato
    Nutritious, easy to make vegan one pot dish of black beans with sweet potatoes. And aromatic Mexican spices like cumin and coriander.
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    15
    Walking Taco Casserole
    Walking Taco Casserole
    Try our mouthwatering Walking Taco Casserole, packed with seasoned beef, cheese, and crispy Fritos for a Tex-Mex delight!
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    16
    Best Lemon Tres Leches Cake (Pastel de Tres Leches Recipe)
    Best Lemon Tres Leches Cake (Pastel de Tres Leches Recipe)
    This Lemon Tres Leches Cake (Pastel de Tres Leches Recipe) is a tangy and bright twist on the traditional Tres leches recipe. Lemon Curd and lemon zest add delicious citrus flavor to this decadent three milks cake.
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    17
    Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
    Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
    Comforting, creamy, and easy to make, you’ll want to bookmark or pin this Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada recipe for dinner later.
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    18
    Pumpkin Tres Leches Cake
    Pumpkin Tres Leches Cake
    My Pumpkin Tres Leches Cake recipe is a fun and easy way to add a little Mexican flair to your Thanksgiving dessert table!
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    19
    Scalloped Potatoes
    Scalloped Potatoes
    These scalloped potatoes are cheesy, creamy, hearty and flavorful! This side dish is great for Christmas, holidays, Thanksgiving and more.
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    20
    Mexican Sopa de Conchas - Six Hungry Feet
    Mexican Sopa de Conchas - Six Hungry Feet
    Our Mexican Sopita o Sopa de Conchas is a simple and hearty soup that can be made with only fou ingredients, and the whole family loves it.
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    21
    Mexican Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing
    Mexican Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing
    Mexican Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing made with cornbread tossed with sauteed peppers and onions, Mexican chorizo, chipotle peppers, chicken broth, cream, and spices. The most flavorful stuffing you will ever try!
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    22
    Baked Chicken Taquitos
    Baked Chicken Taquitos
    This delicious Baked chicken taquitos recipe is easy to make and yummy. The Chicken is baked with cheese and salsa verde sauce on a crispy tortilla for a quick weeknight dinner idea that the whole family will enjoy! Baked Chicken Taquitos These chicken taquitos are so delicious, that you can’t eat just one. I serve it with a mild avocado sauce that rounds up the flavors nicely. If you’ve never made tacos before, don’t worry! They are super easy to make and you can even use leftover chicken from the night before. I honestly didn’t have the time to cook
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    23
    Mexican Potatoes
    Mexican Potatoes
    Mexican Potatoes are a zesty side dish that will spice up Taco Tuesdays, or any meal! This Mexican Potatoes recipe is quick and easy to make.
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    24
    Tacos de Papa Recipe
    Tacos de Papa Recipe
    Mexican tacos de papa are delicious, crispy potato tacos, with corn tortillas stuffed with seasoned mashed potatoes then fried until golden, easy to make!
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    25
    Pumpkin Empanadas (Empanadas de Calabaza) Recipe - Flavor Mosaic
    Pumpkin Empanadas (Empanadas de Calabaza) Recipe - Flavor Mosaic
    Baked Pumpkin Empanadas are dessert empanadas with cinnamon sugar covered, golden brown empanada crusts filled with a sweet pumpkin filling!
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    About Kristen Wood

    Kristen Wood is a writer, photographer, world traveler and cookbook author. Her work has been featured in various publications both online and in print, including Elle, Forbes, NBC, Chicago Sun-Times, Martha Stewart, Food Drink Life, Arizona Highways Magazine, New York Daily News, and more. She is also a syndicated writer for The Associated Press.

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